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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Meeting 91-06
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A G E N D A
7 : 30 P.M. 201 San Antonio Circle
Wednesday Building C - Suite 135
March 13 , 1991 Mountain View, Calif .
(7 : 30) * ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES (February 27 , 1991)
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS -- Public**
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
BOARD BUSINESS
(7 : 45) 1 . Tentative Adoption of the Action Plan for the
Implementation of the Basic Policy of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District for the
1991-1992 Fiscal Year -- H. Grench
(7 : 55) 2 . Presentation of Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year
1991-1992
a) General Manager ' s Report -- H. Grench
b) Controller ' s Report -- M. Foster
c) Budget Committee Report -- G. Babbitt
(8 : 35) 3 . Letter of Support for Federal Funding for Bay Area
Ridge Trail Council -- B. Crowder
(8 : 40) *** 4 . Final Adoption of the Revised Relative Site
Emphasis Plan and Schedule for Review of Use and
Management Plans -- N. Hanko
5. Revised Open Space Use and Management Planning
Process -- N. Hanko
6 . Appointment of Auditor for 1991-1992 Fiscal Year
- N. Hanko
7 . Final Adoption of the Preliminary Use and
Management Plan for the Murphy Property Addition
to the Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul Open Space
Preserve -- N. Hanko
201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 • Mountain View,California 94040 • Phone:(415)949-5500 • FAX:(415)949-5679
General Manager:Herbert Grench Board of Directors:Katherine Duffy,Robert McKibbin,Teena Henshaw,Ginny Babbitt,Nonette Hanko,Betsy Crowder,Richard Bishop
(8 : 45) *** 8 . Appointment of Peace Officer -- D. Hansen
Resolution Appointing Peace Officer
(8 : 50) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS -- Directors and Staff
CLAIMS
CLOSED SESSION (Litigation, Land Negotiations , Labor
Negotiations , and Personnel Matters)
ADJOURNMENT
,+NOTE: Times are estimated and items may appear earlier or
later than listed. Agenda is subject to change of
order.
TO ADDRESS THE BOARD: When an item you 're concerned with appears on the
agenda, the Chair will invite you to address the Board at that time, on other
matters you may address the Board under Oral Communications. An alternative
is to comment to the Board by a Written Communication, which the Board
appreciates. Each speaker will ordinarily be limited to 3 minutes. When
recognized, please begin by stating your name and address. We request that
you fill out the form provided so that your name and address can be accurately
included in the minutes.
Denotes Express Item
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
There will be a Budget Committee meeting Wednesday, March 13, 1991 beginning
at 6:00 p.m. in the District Office. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss
1991-1992 budget.
The Comprehensive Use and Management Plan Review for Russian Ridge Open Space
Preserve is tentatively scheduled for consideration at the meeting of March
27, 1991. Please send your written comments, ideas, and concerns to David
Hansen, Land Manager, by March 15 so that they can be considered in drafting
the staff report. You may call the District office within 48 hours prior to
the above-mentioned Board meeting to confirm that the item is on the agenda.
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Meeting 91-05
REGULAR MEETING
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
February 27 , 1991
MINUTES
I . ROLL CALL
President Nonette Hanko called the meeting to order at 7 : 35 P.M.
Members Present : Katherine Duffy, Nanette Hanko, Richard Bishop,
Robert McKibbin, Teena Henshaw, Ginny Babbitt, and Betsy Crowder.
Personnel Present : Herbert Grench, Craig Britton, David Hansen,
Jean Fiddes , Mary Hale, Stanley Norton, and Emma Johnson.
II . APPROVAL OF MINUTES
January 23, 1991
N. Hanko noted a correction to her informational report regarding
Supervisor D. McKenna ' s speech. She said the paragraph should
read: " . . . Santa Clara County Supervisor Dianne McKenna placed an
emphasis on children in her talk at her recent reception. "
K. Duffy said that, while the section of the minutes reporting
the appointment of Board committees is correct , it was her intent
to recommend that R. McKibbin be appointed to serve on the
Picchetti Winery Restoration Review Committee and that she would
serve on the Fremont Older Adobe Restoration Review Committee.
Motion: N. Hanko moved that , with the Board ' s concurrence, K.
Duffy continue as the committee member for the Fremont
Older Adobe Restoration Review Committee and R.
McKibbin be appointed to the Picchetti Winery
Restoration Review Committee. K. Duffy seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Motion: B. Crowder moved that the Board approve the minutes of
January 23, 1991 , as amended. R. McKibbin seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
February 13, 1,,991
Motion: G. Babbitt moved that the Board approve the minutes of
February 13, 1991. R. McKibbin seconded the motion.
The motion passed 7 to 0 .
III . WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
E. Johnson stated that the Board had received a written
communication dated February 12 from Martha Elderon, 2482 Dell
Avenue in Mountain View regarding public access to El Sereno Open
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Space Preserve . She said a draft reply had been prepared by
staff for the Board ' s consideration. N. Hanko stated the Board ' s
satisfaction with the reply and requested it be sent .
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were no oral communications .
V. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
N. Hanko stated that the agenda was adopted by Board consensus .
VI . BOARD BUSINESS
A. Proposed Addition of The Nature Conservancv Property to La
Honda Creek (Report R-91-19 dated February 12 , 1991)
C . Britton said that the two parcels had been a gift to The
Nature Conservancy and that the Conservancy was interested
in selling them to the District . He said that the parcels
total 47 . 3 acres and are being sold to the District for
$10 , 000 on a gift-sale basis .
Drs . W. Paul and M. Scott Brown, 18000 Skyline Boulevard in
Woodside said they own property adjacent to the proposed
acquisition and are concerned with the District ' s plans for
trails through the property. C . Britton said that it could
be a secondary access , but due to the nature of the steep
topography, probable trail connections would be through the
former McDonald property. Drs . Brown discussed their plans
for a winery on their property.
D. Hansen showed slides of the property, noting that the
District is looking for trail connections between La Honda
Creek and Windy Hill Preserves but that it would take
further acquisitions before the property could be used as a
trail easement. He said that the plan is to keep it as open
space with no development , adding that the use and
management plans include installation of preserve boundary
signs .
C. Britton said that due to requirements that the land be
dedicated as public open space, staff will return in
December with a resolution for dedication.
Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board adopt Resolution
91-08 , a Resolution of the Board of Directors of
the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Authorizing Acceptance Agreement, Authorizing
Officer to Execute Certificate of Acceptance of
Grant to District, and Authorizing General Manager
to Execute Any and All Other Documents Necessary
or Appropriate to Closing of the Transaction (La
Honda Creek Open Space Preserve - Lands of The
Nature Conservancy) . N. Hanko seconded the
motion. The motion passed 7 to 0.
Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board tentatively adopt
the Preliminary Use and Management Plan
recommendations , including naming the property as
an addition to La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve ,
and indicate its intention to dedicate the
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property as public open space . N. Hanko seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
B . Proposed Addition of Santa Clara Col. Tax-Defaulted
Property to the Kennedv Limekiln Area of Sierra Azul Open
Space Preserve-AReport R-91-2-2 dated February 14, 1991)
C . Britton said that there are three parcels the District
will be acquiring, the third being a 1/16th interest in the.
former Maridon property which is now part of the Monte Bello
Open Space Preserve . He said that the 1/16th interest went
to default and is up for tax sale, and that since it is
under $2000, it will be acquired under the General Manager ' s
authority to acquire minor land interests .
C . Britton said the 2 . 5-acre tax-defaulted property is
located in the Guadalupe Creek scenic corridor and
acquisition would help protect the scenic and wildlife value
of the stream corridor . He added that the District can
acquire the property by submitting a resolution to purchase
along with the minimum bid of $2500 .
D. Hansen showed slides of the property, noting that it
could be used as a staging area or interpretive-type
activity and could also be used as a possible gateway site
to open space lands to the south. He said staff recommends
designating the property as a Conservation Management Unit .
Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board adopt Resolution
91-09, a Resolution of the Board of Directors of
the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Electing to Purchase a Tax Deeded Parcel (Santa
Clara County Assessor ' s Parcel Number 575-04-005) .
B . Crowder seconded the motion. The motion passed
7 to 0 .
Motion: R. McKibbin moved that the Board tentatively adopt
the Preliminary Use and Management Plan
recommendations, including naming the property as
an addition to the Kennedy Limekiln Area of Sierra
Azul Open Space Preserve, and indicate its
intention to withhold the property from dedication
as public open space at this time . T. Henshaw
seconded the motion . The motion passed 7 to 0 .
C . Proposed Addition of Santa Clara County Tax-Defaulted
Property to the Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra Azul Open
Space Preserve (-Report R-91-21 dated February 15, 1991)
C . Britton said the 41 .7-acre tax-defaulted property is
located on a ridge south of Mt . Thayer and is surrounded on
three sides by District lands .
D. Hansen showed slides of the property, noting its location
relative to the District ' s land on Mt . Umunhum and Mt .
Thayer. He said the property is difficult to access, and
that the property would be designated a Conservation
Management Unit .
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Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board adopt Resolution 91-'
10, a Resolution of the Board of Directors of the
Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Electing
to Purchase a Tax Deeded Parcel (Santa Clara
County Assessor ' s Parcel Number 562-09-018) . R.
McKibbin seconded the motion. The motion passed 7
to 0 .
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board tentatively adopt
the Preliminary Use and Management Plan
recommendations, including naming the property as
an addition to the Cathedral Oaks Area of Sierra
Azul Open Space Preserve, and indicate its
intention to withhold the property from dedication
as public open space at this time. R. McKibbin
seconded the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
D. Scheduling of Special Meeting (Report R-91-23 dated February
21 , 1991)
Motion: N. Hanko moved that the Board schedule a special
meeting at the District office at 7 : 30 P .M. on
April 23 for the purpose of conducting performance
evaluations for Board appointees in a closed
session. R. Bishop seconded the motion. The
motion passed 7 to 0 .
E. Authorization of Director Reimbursement for Special
Districts Forum and the California Park and Recreation
Societv Meeting (Report R-91-24 dated February 22 , 1991)
After discussion, B. Crowder and R. Bishop said they would
like to attend the Special Districts Forum to be held April
I - 4 . They said they would share a registration since
n'either could attend all sessions . G. Babbitt and R.
McKibbin said they could attend the opening reception.
Motion: K. Duffy moved that the Board authorize
reimbursement of registration fees and mileage
expenses for those Board members attending the
Forum. R. McKibbin seconded the motion. The
motion passed 7 to 0.
F. Authorization to Purchase Vehicles (Report R-91-20 dated
February 20, 1991)
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board approve Resolution
91-11 , a Resolution of the Board of Directors of
the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Authorizing the Department of General Services
Administration of the State of California to
Purchase Certain Items for the Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District and that the General
Manager execute a purchase contract with the State
Department of General Services Administration for
two patrol trucks and one multipurpose vehicle at
a total cost of $45, 499 . 58 . T. Henshaw seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Meeting 91-05
Page 5
VII . INFORMATIOi—ii REPORT
T. Henshaw reported that a bobcat had attacked some chickens at
Deer Hollow Farm and that the Department of Fish and Game had
suggested a dog may prevent further attacks . Discussion ensued
regarding the desirability of a dog at Deer Hollow Farm .
N. Hanko reported that she, R. McKibbin, and H. Grench met with
Santa Clara County Supervisor Dianne McKenna and talked about the
proposal made during the 2020 Task Force hearings concerning
having a north Santa Clara County open space funding measure in
conjunction with the south county open space district ballot
measure . N. Hanko reported that D. McKenna seemed interested in
the proposal . She added that it would have to be determined
whether a similar funding measure could be on a San Mateo County
ballot .
H. Grench reported that, at the first meeting of D. McKenna ' s
Local Government Finance Task Force, representatives of various
cities , school districts, county representatives , and special
districts shared thoughts and ideas on financing and budget
problems . He said the group will determine what kind of
recommendations can be proposed for legislation to give local
governments more tools to use for funding.
H. Grench said he participated in Leadership Mountain View,
sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, which teaches future
leaders of Mountain View about various aspects of government .
H. Grench said that he and D. Hansen had participated in the SOS
Conference (Sacramento County Open Space) . He said 300-350
people attended.
D. Hansen reported that Mark Frederick of Santa Clara County
Parks had seen on the County Plan a trail through the McQueen
property and that Frederick wrote a letter to the County Planning
Commission, supported by a letter from D. Hansen, requesting an
easement through Mr. McQueen ' s land. Mr. McQueen was directed to
work with County Parks to delineate a trail route across his
land.
M. Hale said she is preparing for a Board workshop on the
District logo and distributed packets of designs to ascertain
individual Board member ' s reactions .
S . Norton reported that the Robinson litigation had been settled
by arbitration.
VIII. CLAIMS
Motion: R. Bishop moved that the Board approve Revised Claims
91-04 , dated February 27 , 1991 . T. Henshaw seconded
the motion. The motion passed 7 to 0 .
Ix. CLOSED SESSION
C . Britton announced that Santa Clara County assessor 's parcel
number 351-01-018 (John O'Reiley) and San Mateo County assessor ' s
parcel numbers 067-280-010, -050, -060, -080, -100, and -110
(Peninsula open Space Trust) would be discussed in closed
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session. The board recessed to Closed Session on land
negotiations and labor negotiation matters at 9 : 05 P.M.
X. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9: 50 P.M.
Emma Johnson
Recording Secretary
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
DRAFT RESPONSE PREPARED BY STAFF FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION
Mr. Joe Eckerle
Star Route, Box 20
Redwood City, CA 94062
Dear Mr. Eckerle:
The District ' s Board of Directors reviewed your February 20 letter
concerning the Sheldon Road access to El Sereno Open Space Preserve
at our regular meeting last night . We appreciate your interest in
the public accessibility of our preserves .
The District was formed and is committed to the preservation of
regional lands as open space . El Sereno Open Space Preserve was
originally acquired to provide a scenic backdrop to the Los Gatos
and Sarat(--)ga area . Preserving this land also provides crucial
protection of the watershed and of the native flora and faur -
Recreational use was considered limited due to the limited access'*,
lack of trails , and the steepness of the site . These factors limit
usage of the property; however, they do not close the preserve to
the public.
Although recreational use was not the primary reason for acquiring
El Sereno, the Board is aware of the increase of bicycle and
pedestrian use of Sheldon Road, the conflict with the neighbors ,
and the subsequent fencing which has occurred. Our Board and staff
are continuing to research viable and affordable means of public
access and will keep in touch with you in working out a solution.
Sincerely,
Nonette Hanko, President
Board of Directors
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-25
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 5, 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Tentative Adoption of the Action Plan for the Implementation of
the Basic Policy of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
for the 1991-1992 Fiscal Year
Recommended Action: Tentatively adopt the Action Plan for the
Implementation of the Basic Policy of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District for the 1991-1992 Fiscal Year.
The Plan' s adoption will be one of the March 27 agenda items .
Discussion: You adopted the proposed Preliminary 1991-1992 Action Plan at
your December 19, 1990 meeting (see report R-90-147 dated December 10 ,
1990) . Based on your actions at that meeting, the following changes are
proposed.
1 . Open Space Acquisition Program
In the Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram, the item in the
other typical projects and activities section concerning the Brown Act
list has been deleted.
2 . Public Affairs and Education Subprogram
Item number six has been added under other typical projects and
activities . It reads : "Consider producing a calendar, perhaps as part
of the 20th Anniversary. "
3 . Media Relations Subprogram
A fifth other typical project and activity has been added, stating
"Publicize special Board meeting workshop to be held in an appropriate
planning area well in advance of meeting. "
4 . General Management and Program Support
A fifth key project has been added: "Develop a process by which staff
and Board members coordinate short and long-term goals and objectives
for acquisition. "
There are no changes proposed in the Open Space Management Program.
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OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION PROGRAM
Subprograms
A. Negotiations and Special Projects
B. Enterprise
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will purchase or otherwise acquire interest in the
maximum feasible amount of strategic open space within the
District planning areas .
General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992
As a result of dwindling funds for open space land acquisition,
the program' s emphasis will be to work closely with the
controller to scrutinize carefully each potential acquisition
to focus efforts on the highest priority projects while
minimizing expenditures on non-grant funded, lower priority
acquisitions .
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1991-1992
Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram
Objective
The objective of the Negotiations and Special Projects Subprogram is to
provide for the acquisition of all real property rights necessary to
secure a recreational greenbelt in the foothills and baylands , including
rounding out and improving public access to existing preserves and
connecting District preserves with other public lands .
Key Projects and Activities
1 . Convert the budgeted funds in the New Land Commitments budget
category into open space lands focusing on the highest priority
properties , including rounding out and improving public access to
existing preserves and connecting trails at desirable prices,
balancing the desirability of the potential acquisition with the
availability of limited funds, including, where possible, private
financing with favorable terms .
2 . Concentrate acquisition efforts on those parcels that will assist
with completion of the Ridge Trail system within the District ' s
sphere of influence.
3. Work with Peninsula Open Space Trust to complete at least one
acquisition project that significantly furthers the District ' s
overall open space goals .
4 . Seek and encourage agencies and groups to undertake sole or joint
acquisition projects which will preserve additional open space such
as a joint project with the Town of Los Gatos .
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1 . Complete acquisition efforts on those parcels that are included in
the Proposition 70 grant projects .
2. Complete the process of overseeing an orderly transition to the
District ' s new permanent administrative office headquarters at 330
Distel Circle, Los Altos .
3. Initiate and maintain contacts with landowners, real estate
appraisers and brokers , developers, architects, engineers , zoning
and planning officials, and financial institutions .
4 . Explore various alternative terms of purchase (options, installment
purchases , defeasible fee, etc. ) to offer advantages and incentives
to landowners , as well as to the District.
5. Explore additional methods to protect open space lands for less than
the total cost of fee acquisition (open space easements, acquisition
of development rights, development dedication, exchange or sale of
development rights , cooperation with private individuals and groups,
etc. ) especially in this year of tight budget constraints .
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6 . Maintain a multi-year spending plan for open space acquisition which
optimizes use of cash and borrowed funds to accomplish acquisition
goals within budget constraints .
7 . Encourage other agencies to apply for grants that will enhance
overall open space goals .
8 . Assist General Administration, where necessary, to help determine
the feasibility of approaching the District voters with a plan for
additional open space land acquisition funding.
9. Maintain a relocation assistance program utilizing staff and con-
sultants as necessary.
10 . Compile current information on real estate market activity,
including ordering preliminary title reports on a timely basis for
research into potentially available parcels .
11 . Catalog information of special interest, such as deed restrictions,
encumbrances , financing and tax considerations. This activity
includes the establishment and continuation of a working relation
ship with title companies and other information sources.
12 . Review agendas and minutes of other appropriate agencies . Review
information on local , state, and federal regulations (e.g. , zoning,
subdivision and urban services, and on restrictions or plans
contained in general plan elements and other planning studies) .
13 . Investigate, as time constraints allow, the orderly disposition of
title and legal encumbrances on District owned lands (mineral and
water rights, prescriptive easements , encroachments , etc. ) .
Required Staff Resources
85% of time of Land Acquisition Manager
65% of time of Real Property Representative
90% of time of Legal Assistant
70% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition
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Enterprise Subprogram
Objective
The objective of the Enterprise Subprogram is to manage all the District ' s
revenue producing activities in such a way as to maximize income from
enterprise accounts consistent with Open Space Management policies and to 4
explore new compatible activities.
Key Projects and Activities
1 . Administer all leases and rental accounts , updating rental rates and
other lease conditions as opportunities arise, to maximize income
consistent with Open Space Management policies .
2. Carry out maintenance and improvements to rental houses to keep
buildings and grounds in a safe, sanitary, and attractive condition
and to increase net rental income.
3 . Prepare cost-benefit studies on a case by case basis as major repair,
improvement and/or rental decisions arise.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1 . Maintain all facilities utilized in the District ' s enterprise
program.
2. Enhance marketability of enterprise structures with long-term lease
potential according to Board policy.
3 . Administer ranger-residency leases .
4 . Investigate alternative lease arrangements for enterprise accounts ,
such as longer terms that would enhance net income to the District
according to Board policy.
5 . Investigate new enterprise proposals as initiated by other groups or
individuals that would be compatible with District goals and
objectives.
6. Modify existing agricultural leases in conjunction with Open Space
Management studies, such as Russian Ridge grazing study, and Board
direction.
Required Staff Resources
15% of time of Land Acquisition Manager
35% of time of Real Property Representative
10% of time of Legal Assistant
30% of time of Secretary - Open Space Acquisition
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OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Subprograms
A. Planning Design, and Development
B. operations , Maintenance, and Volunteer
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will follow a land management policy that provides
proper care of open space lands , allowing public access
appropriate to the nature of the land and consistent with
ecological values .
General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992
The emphasis of the Planning, Design, and Development Subprogram
for 1991-1992 is implementation of the resource management .
policies and the trail use standards . Continuing implementation
of grant funded development projects is also a high priority.
The focus of the Operations , Maintenance , and Volunteer
Subprogram will be to operate under the adopted field operations
procedures and to concentrate on increasing site resource
protection, public use education, and patrol of District sites .
The highest priorities for the entire program will be to continue
to complete major capital improvement projects .
1991-1992
Platnrnirna ___gn,_ard DevelcsLxnent Subprogram
objective: Provide short-term and long-range acquisition planning and the fonndaticn and review of Use and Managment Plans, as well as overseeing the physical implementation of capital improvements
for public access and interpretation, and for resource management, master, and other special plans.
Key Projects and Activities
funded public access improvements including trails, water system, toilets, and the interpretation center at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve.
1. Continue implementation of Board approved and grant
Picchetti Ranch area and other structure improvements at Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve. Complete the planning
Continue implementation of grant furred historic structure improvements at
and cc mence implementation of parking areas and trails at Windy Hill open Space Preserve.
2. Continue multi-jurisdictional planning projects for the Bay and Ridge Trails. Conduct joint planning with Santa Clara County on Rancho San Antonio County Park, the IR-Cingtcn Reservoir Plan,
including the Highway 17 overcrcesing and connections to El Sereno Open Space Preserve, and on the Stevens Creek Park connection between Monte Bello and Fremont Older open Space preserves.
3. Apply adopted District-wide trail policies and guidelines to key trails and begin applying them to site specific Use and Management Plans. Implement adopted resource management policies by
incorporating priority of projects into the site emphasis and Use and Management Plan review process.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
In-House Planning Site Development Projects Inter�Agency_Planning Coordination
Comprehensive background studies for acquisition Public access improvement at Sierra Azul, Pulgas Gather input from special interest At least two Board field trips to
and long-range management and development Ridge and Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserves or use groups for management plans review planning for specificpreserves
decisions
Coordinate, with Operations Subprogram's Develop and manage projects with other local Routine use and management tasks
Construction plans and specifications for site assistance, the following trail construction to jurisdictions with field staff
development projects including trails, signing, be done by another organization or outside
fencing, etc. contract: Site use permit process
Preparation of Use and Management Plan, acquisition 1) Deer Hollow bypass (Rancho San Radio operations
reports, grant applications, CfQA-related Antonio)
enviroental documents, standardized maps and 2) Ridge Trail reroute (Russian Ridge)
mn Public map production
special presentation materials 3) Ridge Trail (Skyline Ridge to Long
Ridge) Library resource
Monitoring plans for hang gliding, dog use, grazing,
and all site and building restoration projects such
Student intern programs
as for Thornewood, Picchetti, and Fremont Older
structures or development plans
Work with private organizations
Nock with Dog Committee to develop general policy on to acccmplsh special planning
dogs on preserves projects such as YSI at Sierra
Azul
Reviewing various documents from other jurisdictions
that could impact District land and commenting and Wired Staff Resources
testifying accordingly time of Lard Manager 15% time of Supervising Rangers (3)
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Work with Communications Program on brochures, maps, 85N time of Principal open Space Planner W% time of Administrative Assistant
special dedication or tour events, gifts, and awards 90% time of Open Space Planner 70% time of Secretary
85% time of Environmental Annaylst 10% time of Docent Coordinator (1/2 time)
90% time of Associate Open Space Planner 10% time of Volunteer Coordinator (1/2 time) b
Work with Acquisition Program on enterprise leases, 0)
acquisition referrals, access and right-of-way 90% time of Draftsperson (1/2 time T) �
projects to District preserves, surveys, and 25% time of Operations Supervisor
encroachments
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Operations, Maintenance, and Volunteer Subprograms
Objective: Provide responsible stewardship of all District lands by furnishing those public safety, maintenance, and resource protection services necessary and appropriate for
effective management of District lands.
Fey_Projects and Activities
1. Draft a new staffing plan for Board consideration based on the "Strategic Plan for the 1990's" that includes field staff deployment to cover open space stewardship needs and
that addresses Open Space Management personnel support needs.
2. Implement adopted ranger field operations manual.
3. Begin implementing adopted resource management policies and plans for specific high priority projects District-wide.
9. Begin implementing adopted trail policies and guidelines.
5. Develop plans for new radio system to meet the District's primary cammunications needs.
other Typical Projects and Activities
Patrol Maintenance Trail Construction Public Use Knitorina Docent-Volunteer Program
Active patrol program and after hours Implement Use and Management Plans, Ridge Trail (Skyline Ridge to Trail use conflicts Docent interpretive program at selec* '
call-out service including trails, signing, fencing, and Lonq Ridge) sites including Los Tranoos, Monte-
erosion control work Dog program bello, Russian Ridge, Long Ridge, L-.
Provide or coordinate ongoing training Ridge Trail reroute (Russian Honda Creek, Thornewood, Skyline Ridge,
for field staff Maintain lands, vehicles, buildings, Ridge) Black Mountain campground and St. Joseph's Hill preserves
and equipment to safe and appropriate
Public education on proper use of wild- standard of appearance and utility Deer Hollow bypass (Rancho San Antonio) General site usage Recruit and train new docents and vol-
land areas patterns unteers
Pursue shared maintenance agreements Assist as necessary on trails being
Enforcement of District ordinances with neighboring agencies and constructed by other lead agencies or Model airplane and hang Edgewond wildflower walks; Fremont
individuals such as for road agreements groups gliding Older, Thornewood, and Pichetti
Pursue patrol agreement with public tours
neighboring agencies oversee leases as necessary Special events and use permits
Implement volunteer projects including
Prevention and suppression of wildfires Support enterprise subprogram field trails, patrol, maintenance and
maintenance duties resource management
Develop site safety inspection program
Re�u'res Staff Resources
5M time of Land Manager 100% time of Rangers (11)
15% time of Principal open Space Planner 100% time of Equipment-Mechanic Operator
10% time of open Space Planner 100% time of open Space Technicians (7F and 5T)
15% time of Environmental Analyst 50% time of Administrative Assistant
10% time of Associate Open Space Planner 30% time of Secretary
10% time of Draftsperson (1/2 time, T) 90% time of Volunteer Coordinator (1/2 time) td
75% time of Operations Supervisor 90% time of Docent Coordinator (1/2 time)
85% time of Supervising Rangers (3) 100% time of Field Secretary (1/2 time) �4
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100% time of Senior Patrol Rangers (2)
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COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM
Subprograms
A. Public Affairs and Education
B. Organizational Relations
C. Media Relations
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The District will educate and make clearly visible to
the public the purposes and actions of the District,
ji and will actively encourage public communications and
involvement in District activities.
General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992
Develop a comprehensive public relations plan to
increase visibility for the District by promoting the
Twentieth Anniversary and the District ' s achievements
since 1972. Planning will be emphasized during the
first six months of fiscal year 1991-1992, and
implementation would begin in January 1992.
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1991-1992
Public Affairs and Education Subprogram
Objective
The objective of the Public Affairs and Education Subprogram is
to generate greater public awareness, involvement, and support of
the District through a continuing campaign to inform and educate
the constituency about the District' s sites , program, and goals.
Key Projects and Activities
1. Develop a comprehensive public relations plan to promote the
District's Twentieth Anniversary.
2. Continue to implement new comprehensive graphic identity and
printed image program for the District.
3. Publish two issues of newsletter and two issues of Open
Space.
4. Hold a public dedication event at Skyline Ridge Open Space
Preserve in Spring 1991.
5. Revise Visitor' s Guide.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Target low awareness areas for special publicity effort
about the District by expanding brochure distribution.
2. Design and print new trail courtesy brochure.
3. Continue to produce new-format site brochures with the
assistance of Open Space Management staff.
4. Develop a plan for distributing District materials at public
places, possibly with the help of volunteers.
5. Study the cost and effort involved in producing and
distributing a market brochure about the District with the
focus that such a brochure would be distributed as part of
the District 's 20th anniversary activities .
6. Consider producing a calendar, perhaps as part of the 20th
Anniversary.
Required Staff Resources
60% of time of Public Communications Coordinator
60% of time of Public Communications Secretary
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Organizational Relations Subprogram
Objective
The objective of the Organizational Relations Subprogram is to
inform other public agencies and private organizations about the
District and to secure legislation to protect the District' s
funding and otherwise aid in the accomplishment of the District' s
goal .
Key Projects and Activities
1 . Accomplish or make significant progress on priority items in
District' s Legislative Program.
2. Produce 1991-1992 Annual Report as part of one issue of Open
Space.
3. Hold joint meetings with the Santa Clara and San Mateo
County Parks and Recreation Commissions.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Contact officials of other agencies and private
organizations for the exchange of information, cooperation
on special projects, and participation in special events ,
such as conferences and seminars, in order to keep District
staff and Board informed of current issues.
2. Work with legislators, legislative committees, state and
federal administrators, other agencies, private
organizations, and interested citizens for information and
action regarding state legislation and specific local
issues.
3. Work with staff and officials of other regional park and
open space districts for the purpose of exchanging
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4. Update address files of government officials, private
organizations, interested groups , and citizens to be used to
distribute District printed materials. Create in-house
mailing lists.
5. Send information about the District to newly elected or
appointed officials.
6. Provide support to Board and staff members for special
presentations, such as slide shows, public appearances or
meetings attended on the District' s behalf . Prepare packets
of District publications and materials relevant to specific
audiences whenever possible.
Required Staff Resources
20% of time of Public Communications Coordinator
20% of time of Public Communications Secretary
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Media Relations Subprogram
Objective
The objective of the Media Relations Subprogram is to inform the
public as fully as possible about the District' s purposes and
activities through news stories, features, and public service
announcements in the press, and on radio and television.
Key Projects and Activities
1. Write and produce news releases covering Board meetings ,
special meetings, District policies, docent walks and
volunteer activities for the public in accordance with the
District ' s policy statement regarding open information and
cooperation.
2. Publicize availability of District sites at a level
consistent with the Board's policy for Relative Emphasis of
District Sites.
3. Publicize District' s Twentieth Anniversary.
4. Publicize special Board meeting workshop to be held in an
appropriate planning area well in advance of meeting.
Other Typical Projects and Activities
1. Publicize the District in magazines, park and recreation
publications, and environmental newsletters in accordance
with Board policy.
2. Read, clip, circulate, and file newspaper and magazine
articles.
3. Provide information for special features about the District,
with priority given to media covering the midpeninsula area.
4. Respond as needed to factual errors in articles about the
District.
5. Publicize special Board meeting workshop to be held in an II
appropriate planning area well in advance of meeting.
Required Staff Resources
20% of time of Public Communications Coordinator
20% of time of Public Communications Secretary
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GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM SUPPORT
To Implement the
BASIC POLICY OBJECTIVE:
The staff of the District will administer the
affairs of the District on behalf of the
public so as to maximize accomplishment of the
goals of the District within existing
financial and other constraints .
General Program Emphasis for 1991-1992
Implement organizational restructuring and
related infrastructure needs as approved for
1991-1992 for the Strategic Plan for the
1990 ' s .
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General Management and Program Support
Objective
The objective of the General Management and Program Support is to
provide overall coordination, direction, and administrative base
for all District activities so as to maximize the accomplishment of
the Board ' s policies and directives.
Key Projects and Activities
1 . Implement organizational structure changes for 1991-1992 as
approved for the Strategic Plan for the 1990 ' s and carry out
District ' s personnel-related functions.
2 . Enhance staff effectiveness through increased communications;
staff meetings, retreats , and workshops; training seminars;
and team building activities .
3 . Pursue alternative sources to secure additional funding for
the District to meet acquisition and open space management
needs .
4 . Based on availability of 1990 census data, analyze District ' s
population distribution to determine if ward boundary
adjustments are necessary.
5. Develop a process by which staff and Board members coordinate
short and long-term goals and objectives for acquisition.
Other Typical Projects and Activities :
1 . Involve Board of Directors in planning of special Board
meeting to be held in Skyline planning area as part of Board' s
Good Neighbor Policy.
2. Perform administrative and legal obligations as required by
State law, manage District ' s main office, and promote
District ' s safety program.
3. Update Action Plan, prepare and monitor annual budget, and
coordinate program evaluations for Action Plan progress .
4. Provide financial management and accounting, including
investment of temporarily idle funds, and general legal
support to other programs as necessary.
5. Coordinate a November Board workshop focusing on Board
formulation of priorities for District activities during the
1992-1993 fiscal year.
Required Staff Resources
Personnel below work on all programs:
General Manager
Legal Counsel (part time under retainer)
Controller (1/4 time)
Administrative Services Manager
Office Manager/Secretary to the General Manager
Accounting Specialist (part-time; average of 36 hours per week)
Receptionist-Typist (part-time; average of 22. 5 hours per week)
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R-91-27
(Meeting 91-06
March 13, 1991)
REPORT
March 11 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
CONTRIBUTORS: J. Fiddes , Administrative Services Manager; C. Britton, Land
Acquisition Manager; D. Hansen, Land Manager; M. Hale, Public
Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: ,Presentation of Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 1991-1992
Recommended Action: No action is requested of you at this time. The
proposed budget for 1991-1992 will be presented again at your March 27
meeting, and at that time I will recommend that you adopt the budget for the
new fiscal year.
Overview: The following three pie charts illustrate sources of District
funding and expenditure allocations among the four major programs . The
expenditure pie chart with debt service excluded is a better indication of
use of discretionary funds than the pie chart with debt service included.
However, the source of most of the acquisition money is the 1990 promissory
note issue which must be spent on acquisition (or development to some
degree) . Acquisition expenses (excluding cost of land) , site planning and
operations, preserve development (less grant income) , public communications,
general management, and debt service expenditures total $9.25 million. This
total can be compared with projected property tax income of $9. 28 million.
Looked at this way, there would be just $300,000 available from property tax
income for new land purchases and office building improvements ! It is , of
course, the other sources of revenue and use of cash reserves that make up
the difference between total expenditures and property tax income.
Introduction: Each year, you approve an Action Plan and budget that guide
the District ' s activities during the coming fiscal year. This report
presents the April 1 , 1991 through March 31 , 1992 fiscal year budget for your
consideration. Staff will review the proposed budget at your March 13
meeting; the budget will be presented to you again at your March 27 meeting
for adoption.
Although you have made no decisions on salary increases for Board and general
manager appointees, the Budget Committee agreed that some figure should be
chosen simply to make the budget more realistic at this point. Therefore,
the proposed budget includes funds to cover an estimated 5.1% salary range
increase for all appointees and related retirement benefit cost increases .
Benefit figures included in the proposed budget should be considered
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EXPENDITURE ALLOCATION FOR 1991-1992
DEBT SERVICE INCLUDED
SITE PLANNING & OPERATIDNS (9.6%)
DEBT SERVICE (20.0%)
SITE DEVELOPMENT (3.09)
COMMUNICATIONS (1.5%)
ACQUISITION EXPENSES (2.196)
GENERAL MANAGEMENT (3.2%)
OPP. BUILD. IMPROVE. (2.0%)
NEW LAND PURCHASES C58.7%:)
EXPENDITURE ALLOCATION FOR 1991-1992
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SITE PLANNING & OPERATIONS (12.0%)
SITE DEVELOPMENT (3.7%)
COMMUNICATIONS (1.8%)
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GENERAL MANAGEMENT (4.094)
NEW LAND PURCHASES (73.4%)
SOURCES OF FUNDS FOR 1991-1992
GRANTS C 5.2%)
INTEREST C4.6%D
ENTERPRISE ACTIVITIES C2.196)
OTHER (2.BKD
PROPERTY TAXES (47.1%)
NOTES ISSUED C22.8%)
SALE OF LAND ( 15,796)
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"guesstimates" since new premium rates are not known at this time.
The proposed budget was prepared in a manner similar to that of previous
years. Based on the Preliminary Action Plan that you adopted at your
December 19, 1990 meeting, staff determined projected expenditures for the
various District projects and programs. The Budget Committee, composed of
Directors McKibbin (Chair) , Babbitt (Treasurer) , and Duffy reviewed the
proposed budget on a program basis during a series of open, publicly noticed
Budget Committee meetings. Their review included studying the proposed
budgets by project expense groupings, as well as reviewing sub-accounts for
the line items included in the proposed budget. The attached Exhibit A
entitled Summary Comparison of 1991-1992 Budget With 1990-1991 Budget and
Projected Expenditures summarizes various budget figures . The District 's
controller reviewed the proposed budget material and met with the Budget
Committee to discuss current budget vs. expenditures, projected revenues,
cash flow, and debt service. He will be reporting to you on these items at
your March 13 meeting (see report R-91-34 dated March 6, 1991) . Minor budget
changes were made after the controller prepared his report, resulting in an
approximately $7 ,000 less in budgeted expenditures than he used.
Discussion•
1 . Open Space Acquisition Program
The program' s emphasis during 1991-1992 is to focus efforts on the
highest priority projects and minimize expenditures on non-grant funded
lower priority acquisitions. Funds available for new land purchases are
budgeted at $14 . 5 million. Of this, $565, 000 is projected to come from
Proposition 70 funds• $4 . 5 million from land purchase contract debt; and
$2. 5 million from the planned sale of the developable 70 acre area
acquired as part of the Teague Hill Open Space Preserve purchase.
During the 1990-1991 fiscal year, the District will have committed
approximately $10. 33 million in cash for new land purchases.
There is a 10% increase in the proposed 1991-1992 budget compared with
the 1990-1991 budget for fixed asset expenses directly related to land
acquisition, such as appraisals, site engineering, escrow fees, title
insurance, and legal fees. This increase results primarily from
expenditure experience in the areas of appraisals and legal fees
relating to acquisition activity during 1990-1991 .
The Open Space Acquisition budget includes $4 .9 million in debt service
for principal repayment and interest on the District ' s land contracts
and note issues. Debt service accounts for 30% of the overall
acquisition budget. Note paying agent fees for 1991-1992 are projected
at $30, 000.
Proposed 1990-1991 expenditures for the program, excluding funds
budgeted for new land purchases, capitalized expenses related directly
to land acquisitions , debt service, and the Enterprise Subprogram total
$315,000. Salaries and benefits for the program' s four regular staff
members represent 65% of this total .
The Enterprise Subprogram' s proposed budget divides into two major
areas: 1) on-going, regular enterprise activities and 2) activities-
expenditures related to the new office building at 330 Distel Circle.
The Subprogram' s budget for on-going, regular enterprise activities is
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,WMARY COWARISON OF 1991-1992 BUDGET WITH 1990-1991 BUDGET AID PROJECTED EXPEND Ifi{IFtES,
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ISalaries and Benefits 1 204,550 I 188,580 1 220,500 I
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(Services and Supplies ( 145,825 1 133,395 I 159,200 I
1-------------------------------I------------------I------------------I-------------------I
(Fixed Assets 1 15,530,000 1 10,109,200 1 14,711,300 I
1------------------------------I------------------I------------------1-------------_----I
IDebt Service 1 4,727,917 1 6,486,550 1 4,940,721 1
I-------------------------------I---------------------I------------------I---------------------I
I Total 1 20,608,292 1 16,917,725 1 20,031,721 I
I ! I f !
(OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT I I ! !
I------------------------------I------------------I-------------------I------------------1
ISalaries and Benefits 1 1,435,000 1 1,410,200 I 1,664,800 1
I-------------------------------I-------------------I--------------------I------------------
Services and Supplies 1 545,515 1 544,800 1 579,360
I--------------------------------1------------------I------------------I------------------1
(Fixed Assets 1 634,200 1 421,550 I 1,022,000 1
I-__-_.-------------------------I------------------I-------------------I------------------!
I Total 1 2,614,715 1 2,376,550 I 3,266,160 I
I
f COMWCATIONS 1 f f I
I--------------------------------I------------------I------------------1-------------------I
ISalaries and Benefits 1 90,950 1 91,160 1 102,700 1
1------------------------------I------------------I------------------I------------------1
IServices and Supplies 1 383,600 1 366,340 1 250,850 I
1------------------------------1-------------------I------------------I--------------------I
(Fixed Assets 1 800 1 0 1 59,000 1
I-------------------------------I------------------1------------------1--------------------I
1 'Total 1 475,350 1 457,500 1 412,550 1
! I I ! I
I GENERAL MANAG94M AND f ! I f
IPROMW SUPPORT
RT I I I I
I------------------------------I------------------I------------------I------------------I
ISalaries and Benefits I 378,700 I 400,690 I 41.3,300 I
I------------------------------I------------------I------------------I------------------I
IServices and Supplies 1 309,450 1 304,250 1 360,040 1
I-------------------------------I------------------I------------------I-------------------1
1Fixed Assets 1 1,948,100 1 1,954,200 1 220,000 1 F
I-------------------------------I------------------I------------------1------------------1
I Total 1 2,636,250 I 2,659,140 I 993,340 I
I
IALL PROGRAMS I I I !
I------------------------------I------------------I------------------I--------------------I
ISalaries and Benefits 1 2,109,200 1 2,090,630 1 2,401,300 I
1--------------------------------I------------------I------------------I------------------I
IServices and Supplies 1 1,384,390 1 1,348,785 I 1,349,450 1
1------------------------------I------------------I------------------I------------------I
1Fixed Assets 1 18,113,100 1 12,484,950 I 16,012,300 1
1-------------------------------I------------------I------------------I-----------------1
IDebt Service 1 4,727,917 1 6,486,550 I 4,940,721 1
I--------------------------------I------------------I------------------1-------------------1
I Total 1 26,334,607 I 22,410,915 I 24,703,771 1
f I
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$103, 050, which includes expenses for three major projects . Funds are
budgeted at $29, 500 to connect the former Bean house to a new well as a
result of the earthquake fracture of the aquifer and to repair the water
tank and other earthquake damage at the North property. These costs
will be reimbursed through a FEMA grant. An additional $15, 000 has been
included for repairs to the water system at Skyline Ridge Open Space
Preserve. This amount is the Enterprise Subprogram 's share of the
$60, 000 total cost for this project, shown on Open Space Management ' s
Capital Improvement Plan budget. Because of the deferral of the
earthquake repairs to the next fiscal year, the Enterprise Subprogram
was underspent by about $25, 000 in 1990-1991 .
Net income from the enterprise properties increased in 1990-1991 over
1989-1990 by 39%, primarily due to three new leases: the Bechtel
property, the Smith property, and the McDonald property. Net income for
the next fiscal year is projected to increase by a nominal 8%.
Operating expenses related to the 330 Distel office building are
projected at this time at $46,050 and will be handled in a separate
facilities account in the Enterprise Subprogram. Management of the
office building will be handled by the Enterprise Subprogram for the
next year. Estimated costs related to remodeling the building for
District occupancy are being reviewed at this time, and an initial
figure of $500, 000 has been included in the budget. The building
improvement and operating expenses ($546, 050) have been allocated to
each of the District ' s programs . Cost allocations were based on the
number of staff members in each department. The allocation for General
Management and Program Support was based on staff and Board figures to
compensate for public areas, such as reception and the Board room.
2. Open Space Management Program
Under revised and simplified budget guidelines, the proposed 1991-1992
Open Space Management budget has several noteworthy elements. Based on
the Preliminary Action Plan, this budget includes year one of a Five-
Year Major Capital Improvement Plan,whioh evolved from the Relative Site
Emphasis Plan. Also, a preliminary Five-Year Capital Equipment Plan was
drafted, and year one capital equipment expenditures were included in
the proposed budget.
The staffing plan that guided staffing over the past five years
concluded with fiscal year 1990-1991 . Although there are key staffing
needs in both planning and operations, only minor changes were included
in the Preliminary Action Plan and the proposed budget, pending
finalization of staffing changes resulting from the Strategic Plan for
the Nineties. Once this plan is adopted, a new multi-year staffing plan
for Open Space Management will be drafted for Board consideration. The
Open Space Management proposed budget is summarized in Chart A. The
total proposed gross budget is $3.260, 160 of which $700, 500 is for
proposed major capital improvements and $185,660 is for Open Space
Management ' s allocation of the new office space expenses . Of this
$700, 500 for major capital improvements, $15, 000 is allocated to the
Enterprise Subprogram for the development of the well and water system
at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve. The current 1990-1991 gross
budget is $2, 614,715, with $440, 000 in major capital improvements .
I
CHART A
OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT BUDGET
(not including new office allocation)
March 12, 1991
PD&D (CIP) OM&V
TOTAL (CIP)
SALARIES & BENEFITS
Adopted 1990-91 $370, 400 $1, 064, 600 $1,435,000*
Projected Expenses 339,700 1 , 070, 500 1, 410, 200
Proposed 1991-92 393, 800 1 , 271, 000 1,664,800
Proposed budget = 11 .4% increase (after $60, 000 cost of living adjustment
added to 90-91) over 1990-91 budget and 13.2% over 1990-91 projected
expenditures.
SERVICES & SUPPLIES
Adopted 1990-91 53, 050 (65, 500) 426, 950 $480,000 (65, 500)
Projected Expenses 54, 150 (60, 000) ** 430,650 474 , 700 (60, 000) **
Proposed 1991-92 37 , 950 (86,000) 439, 750 $477,700 (86,000)
Proposed budget, not including CIP, - 0. 5% decrease compared to 1990-91
budget and 0.6% increase compared to 1990-91 projected expenditures.
FIXED ASSETS
Approved 1990-91 144, 850 (374, 500) 114, 850 $259,700 (374 , 500)
Projected Expenses 113, 250 (180,000) ** 128, 300 241, 550 (180, 000) **
Proposed 1991-92 96, 450 (599, 500) 156, 050 $252, 500 (599, 500)
Proposed budget, not including CIP, - 2. 8% decrease compared to 1990-91
budget and 9. 5% increase compared to 1990-91 projected expenditures .
PD&D OM&V TOTALS
Adopted 1990-91 $568,300 (440, 000) $1,606,400 $2,174,700 (440 , 000)
Projected Expenses 507, 100 (240, 000) ** 1,629, 450 2, 351 , 900 (240, 000) **
Proposed 1991-92 $528,200 (685, 500) $1,866,800 $2,395,000 (685, 500)
Proposed Budget, not including CIP, - 10.1% increase, without adjustments
(see Adherence to Guidelines section) .
Numbers in parenthesis - Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
* Budget reflects approved budget including additional ranger
position funds.
** Estimate
PD&D - Planning, Design and Development Subprogram
OM&V - Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram
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1990-1991 BUDGET
Total projected expenditures for the 1990-1991 fiscal year fall short of
the adopted figure by $238 ,000. The bulk of this figure includes
$100,000 worth of capital improvements at Skyline Ridge Open Space
Preserve, and $96 , 000 of grant-funded improvements at the Picchetti
Ranch Area. These projects were delayed because of slow permit
processing and the 1990 International Open Space Conference.
The attached preserve site sheets (photocopied on colored paper and
attached at the end of this report) show in detail the variances in the
1990-1991 fiscal year, and proposed budget expenses for the 1991-1992
fiscal year.
Actual expenditures in the salaries and benefits category and the fixed
assets category are very close to the 1990-1991 budget figures.
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PROPOSED 1991-1992 BUDGET
The following discussion excludes the Open Space Management allocation of new
office building expenses.
Subprogram Summary
1. Planning, Design and Development Subprogram
This subprogram' s proposed gross budget is $1 , 213,700. Of this amount,
$685, 500 is allocated for major capital improvement expenditures. The
Enterprise Subprogram is allocating $15, 000 for the development of the
well and water system at Skyline Ridge Open Space Preserve, thus
bringing the total major capital improvement plan administered by the
Planning, Design, and Development Subprogram staff to $700, 500. All of
the planning and site development funds, including those in the Capital
Improvement Plan, are reflected in this subprogram.
No staffing changes are proposed at this time except for adding $800 for
an intern. The proposed budget for services and supplies is very close
to the 1990-1991 adopted budget figure.
1991-1992 Proposed Budget
Planning, Design and Development Subprogram
91-92
90-91 90-91 Proposed
Adopted Projected Gross
Budget Expenses Budget (CIP)
Salaries & Benefits $370, 400 $339,700 $393, 800
Services & Supplies 118 , 550 114, 150 123, 950 ($86, 000)
Fixed Assets 519, 350 293, 250 695, 950 (599, 500)
Total Planning $1, 008, 300 $747 , 100 $1 , 213,700 ($685, 500)
The Capital Improvement Plan was developed from the Relative Site
Emphasis Plan, which you reviewed in January (see Report R-91-06 dated
January 3 , 1991) . The attached Chart B is the 1991-1992 portion of the
plan reviewed by the Budget Committee. Projects are listed in priority
order. The highest on the list are generally grant projects that must
be completed within the year. Other projects are infrastructure items,
which are necessary, but difficult to fund with grants or other outside
funding sources. These include ranger yard improvements , site utilities,
and bridges . The Capital Improvement Plan consists of projects or
portions of projects estimated to cost $25,000 or more.
2. Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram
The proposed budget for this subprogram is $1, 866, 800. None of the
funding in this budget is considered to be part of the capital
improvement program. Salaries and benefits have grow significantly in
this subprogram due to the size of the staff; the only addition proposed
is a senior ranger promotion. As in the current fiscal year, $40,000 is
not included in this subprogram' s salaries and benefits category to
offset the estimated average underspending in this subprogram over the
last few years due to staff turnover, vacant positions, etc. However,
this subprogram is always a dynamic one and it is difficult to predict
exact expenditures, considering the number of personnel changes that
occur. Salaries alone for the Operations, Maintenance and Volunteer
CHART B
CHART A-CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROPOSED FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991-1992 3/11/91
(5 Year C.I.P. Projects Listed in Priority Order)
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Five Year Capital Improvement Plan FY 91-91
and Major Improvements Adopted 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 Grants
La Honda Creek
f Realign Weeks Road Yes :::40000:::CS 20000
Picchetti Ranch Area
2 Restoration/Barn Yes ❑ :::::Vi0 0:--:PS 192000
::f 67000'::CS
Skyline Ridge
3 Nature Center Yes ❑ :::::2350.0:::CS
4 Observation Piers Yes '25000::: 10000
5 Yes El ::.:.s Q6.0 26000
6 H'shoe Spillway Bridge
Rancho San Antonio
7 :1'arrri:.Bypass:Trad:::::.::::::::::::: Yes ❑
8 Farm Bridge Yes ❑ :::70000:::CS
9 Ranger Yard/Annex Yes ❑ ::t500Q0:::CS 10000 PS 100000 CS
Skyline Ridge
10 Ranger Yard Expansion No ❑ :::; p5Off:::PS 200000 CS 7500 PS 75000 CS
11 Well and Water System Yes ❑ :6fipfSp::: 15000 * 15000
Windy Hill
12 Portola Parking Lot Yes ❑ <:2000':PS 225000 CS
Ell Corte Madera
13 Restoration/Dump Yes ❑ :::20400?PS 40000 CS 10000
TOTAL ANTICIPATED BUDGET AMOUNT 700564:(includes$15,000 from Enterprise Subprogram)
(-} EXISTING GRANT FUNDS
ANTICIPATED DISTRICT EXPENDITURE :::427500::: * Enterprise Account Funds
PS Plans and Specifications, Engineering
CS Consultant Supervision Required
❑ Work in Progress
■ Project Completed
:".:::::::'Horizontal Shading = Trail Projects
Vertical Shading = Proposed Fiscal Year 1991-1992 Projects
�I
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Subprogram are 70% of the budget and have a major impact on meeting
budget guidelines. This year, salary and benefit figures increase
almost 11% above the 1990-1991 budget, with no significant additions
to staff.
The services and supplies budget category rises very little over the
1990-1991 budget, but reflects past expenditures well . The fixed
assets category shows growth, with some major equipment additions that
are listed on Chart C.
Chart C shows key discretionary open Space Management budget items in
the proposed budget or considered for inclusion in the budget. The
six items below the line not included in the budget at this time will
be included if funding becomes available due to underspending in the
base net open space management budget.
1991-1992 Proposed Budget
Operations , Maintenance and Volunteer Subprogram
90-91 90-91 91-92
Adopted Projected Proposed
Budget Expenses Budget
Salaries & Benefits $1 , 064,600 $1 , 070, 500 $1,271, 000
Services & Supplies 426,965 430, 650 439,750
Fixed Assets 114, 850 128 , 300 156,050
Total $1, 606, 415 $1 ,629, 450 $1, 866, 800
Project-Site Summary Sheets
The project summary sheets (photocopied on colored paper and attached
at the end of this budget report) show site-specific capital
improvements and maintenance projects as they are reflected in the
proposed Open Space Management budget. These sheets were reviewed in
detail with the Budget Committee. Of interest at the bottom of each
summary sheet are columns that show the Capital Improvement Plan
projects. Comments on the proposed major site projects for fiscal
year 1991-1992 and negative or positive variances for projects in the
1990-1991 fiscal year are also noted.
Adherence to Guidelines of Open Space Management Budget Policies
In January 1991 you tentatively adopted the revised Open Space
Management Budget Guidelines (see report R-91-05 dated January 3,
1991) . These guidelines have been greatly simplified, with the annual
adjustment based on the growth percentage of property taxes coming
into the District each year. This year, there is an increase
adjustment of approximately 6.3%. The Capital Improvement Plan sits
outside the guideline and is adopted yearly as a separate budget
matter. This year' s adherence to the budget guidelines is calculated
as follows:
DISCRETIONARY BUDGET ITEMS CHART C
KEY ITEMS IN OR CONSIDERED FOR BUDGET
In Budget
1) Chipper $ 18,000
2) Stevens Creek bridge 10,000
3) Dam improvements - Alpine Lake 10,000
4) Intern to aid with resource management 800
5) Bobcat replacement tractor 25,000
6) Multipurpose/supervisor vehicle 18 , 000
7) Radio-fixed station repeaters 19, 000
8) Ravensbury access 2, 000
9) Replacement patrol vehicle 17, 000
10) Senior ranger (promotion) 5, 000
If funds must be reallocated in Open Space Management budget, items at
bottom of list would be dropped first.
If unspent funds are available from budget, items at top of list would
be added first to budget.
Not in Budget
1) Rhus Ridge fencing 3, 500
2) Mora Drive upgrade 3,000
3) Specialized new office furniture 5,000
4) Radio base station-county communication 12,000
5) Rock breaker (Pionjar) 4, 500
6) Additional vehicle maintenance 5,000
7) High capacity trailer 13,000
8) Additional road maintenance 5, 000
9) Additional sheriff 's patrol 4,000
-------------
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1990-1991 Gross Budget $2, 614, 715
Plus COL* and position adjustments + 60, 100
Less C.I .P. - 440,000
Net Base 1990-1991 Budget $2, 234 , 815
Proposed 1991-1992 Gross Budget (not including office $3,080, 515
space allocation)
Less equipment sales - 4, 500
Less C.I.P. - 700, 500
Net Base 1991-1992 Budget $2, 375, 515
Total Net Base Budget Increase + $ 140,700
Proposed Net Base Budget Increase = 6.3%
Cost of Living
The 6. 3 target figure corresponds to the District Controller ' s estimate of
property tax increase growth for the 1991-1992 District fiscal year over
that for 1990-1991 . No reduction has been made for the new property
assessment and collection fees. If one had been made, i.e. , if net
property tax income were used, the growth would have been just 4.7% and the
corresponding net base budget growth would have been almost $36, 000 less .
If you approve salary and corresponding benefit increases which are greater
than the Budget Committee and I assumed for purposes of budget preparation
to five point across-the-board increase) , the net base budget growth will
exceed 6.3% unless reductions are made elsewhere. A six point increase,
for example, would add about $14, 000 to the salaries and benefits for Open
Space Management.
3 . Communications Program
The budget for 1991-1992 continues the emphasis on the production of
public information materials such as the new series of guides and maps
for the preserves, the District newsletter, Open Space, and an updated
edition of the Visitor's Guide. The publications budget totals
$147 , 000 and includes these items:
Visitor 's Guide $ 24, 000
Site Brochures & Maps 60, 000
Trail Courtesy Brochure 5, 000
Open Space 35, 000
Newsletter 18 ,000
Master Plan 51000
$147 ,000
Special projects are another major category of expenditures, totalling
$49, 500. Included are public events for the opening of Skyline Ridge
Open Space Preserve and the District ' s Twentieth Anniversary. Funding
for the printing of the District ' s letterheads, envelopes, forms , and
R-91-27 Page 8
other essential materials, displays, and services related to the
coordinated design program are also included in this category.
Twentieth Anniversary $20, 000
Business Printing 18 ,000
Coordinated Design Program 6, 000
Displays 500
Public Events (Skyline) 4 , 000
Awareness Study 11000
$49, 500
Salaries and benefits for the department ' s two full-time staff members
total $102 ,700. Ongoing expenses, such as public information
services, media services, and legislative consulting services in
Sacramento, total $49,750. The proposed budget also includes $9, 000
for additional computer equipment based on the computer needs study
currently underway.
The total proposed 1991-1992 budget for the Communications Program is
$357 ,950. This represents a decrease of $117 , 400 from 1990-1991
adopted budget, primarily because that budget of $475, 350 included a
budget figure of $179,600 for the 1990 International Open Space
Conference.
4. General Management and Program Support
Totaling $764 , 000, the proposed 1991-1992 budget for General Manage-
ment and Program Support includes $413,300 (54%) for salaries and
benefits; $340,700 (45%) for services and supplies; and $10, 000 (1%)
for fixed assets related to the computer needs study that is currently
underway.
Included in this proposed budget is $136,000, the total of the tax
collection fees being passed on to the District by San Mateo County
($50, 000) and Santa Clara County ($86, 000) . The District ' s office
rental fees at the Old Mill Office Center are budgeted through Septem-
ber at $58 , 800. The proposed budget also includes $20, 000 for special
legal fees related to personnel matters and $18, 500 for personnel
consulting services, of which $12, 500 is earmarked for the Sipel and
Associates organizational study.
The salaries and benefits category in this program includes your Board
appointees ' salaries and benefits. In this same budget category,
$28 , 000 is designated for Directors ' compensation and $16, 400 for
potential salary incentive awards for General Manager appointees .
The following allocations are included in the services and supplies
category of General Management and Program Support ' s proposed budget;
$5, 000 for the Board' s staff , docent, and volunteer recognition
activities; $200 for the office safety program (an additional $2, 000
is included in the Open Space Management Program budget for the safety
program and Safety Faire) ; and $500 for staff activities or events to
be held during the year and normally administered by a staff activity
committee.
R-91-27 Page 9
The program also includes a $31,000 contingency item (not included in
the budget) for computer networking at the new office building. The
computer study that is still in progress will help determine the
timeframe for the networking.
n. Salary Incentive Awards
The policies for Use of Salary Incentive Awards that the Board adopted
on June 22, 1983 state:
The Board' s Budget Committee will audit the incentive award
program for compliance with the policies herein, will approve
budget for the program on behalf of the Board, but will not be
involved in approving incentive amounts for specific General
Manager appointees. From time to time, the Budget Committee may
recommend increases or decreases in the amount of incentive funds
available to be used by the General Manager.
I reviewed the salary incentive program with the Budget Committee at
their February 26 meeting. Discussion included the number of General
Manager appointees who might be eligible for salary incentive awards
during the coming fiscal year and the estimated cost of the program.
A total of $16, 400 has been included for these possible awards.
Discussion also centered on the potential of changing all or part of
the program and currently anticipated timeframes to complete the
review.
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT (a)
PRELIMINARY BUDGET BY PROGRAM
1991-1992
R (Dollars)
--------------------_------_--__--------------- --- __-__-----_-_------------------------ _-----------------_ -_._�
Open Space Open Space Communications General Management TOTALS
18udget Category I Acquisition Program 1 Management Program 1 Program I & Program Support (All Programs) 1
I---------------------------I---------------------I--------------------I----------------I--------------------I----__----------1
IREVENUES I { € € 1
I---------------------------I I € 1 1 €
ITax Revenue € 1 € € 9,285,000 I 9,285,000 I
€ I---------------------I--------------------I----------------1--------------------I---- ----------I
1Grant Inge 1 565,000 1 465,000 1 1 1 1,030,000 1
Ii---------------------I--------------------I----------------I--------------------I------------ --I
lJoint Projects, Gifts I 420,000 1 1 1 1 420,000 1
1 I---------------------I--------------------s----------------I--------------------I----------------1
Ilnterest Income 1 € 1 1 900,000 I 900,000 1
1 1-------------___._____3--------------------I----------------I--------------------I—_—_---_------_—I
IRental Income 1 405,000 1 I 1 1 405,000 I
1 1---------------------I--------------------I----------------I--------------------I----------------I
ISale of Surplus Property I 3,100,000 1 1 1 1 3,100,000 1
1 -----------.s-----_—_—I--------------------1---------.-------I--------------------1--------_------_1
j 10ther Income € 1 1 1 90,000 I 90,000 j
I---------------------------I---------------------1-------------------- _--__--___--__—_ -------------------- --__--_---------1
ITOTAL INCOME I 4,490,000 I 465,000 I 0 1 10,275,000 1 15,230,000 1
I 1 1 1 1 € 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1
INet Proceeds from 1 1 1 1 € 1
I Debt Issue I 4,500,000 1 1 i 1 4,500,000 I
1---------------------------I---------------------1--------------------I---------------I--------------------1----------------I
ITOTAL INCOME € 1 1 € ( 1
I PLUS FINANCING ( 8,990,000 I 465,000 1 0 1 10,275,000 I 19,730,000 1
I----------------------------1---------------------1---------------------I----------------I--------------------I-----------------1
1 € € 1 1 € 1
11NCREASE IN RESERVES 1 1 1 1 1 (4,973,771)1
1 1 1 1 € 1 1
1---------------------------1—_—___----_—__—_---_-1------__-----------..1-------_---------I_—_-----------._---_— ----------------
1
i
I
MlDPEN%NSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT (h)
| PRELIMINARY BUDGET BY PROGRAM
/ 1991-1892 !
(Dollars)
| |---------------------------------------------------------------|
| ' '
| | Open Space | Open Space | Communications i General Management | TOTALS |
|8udmm, Category | Acquisition Program | Management Program | Program | & Program Support | (All Programs) |
|---------------------------|---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------{
1EKPE#DlTU8ES
|--------------�
|Omht Service | | | | | |
i--------------| | | | | |
. . . . . . .
{Interest | 8,938,432 1 | | i 3^339,432 j
1 |---------------------|-------------------- ----------------i--------------------|--------|
|Prinmipol i 1'601,280 | | | | 1.601,09 |
|---------------------------f---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------!----------------|
|S8BT8TAL | 4,940,721 | 1 | | 4,940,721 |
|--------------|-----------'----------|--------|----------|--------|
^ ' ' ' ^ ' '
ISalmpies & Benefits | i | | | |
'---------------------------| ) | | | 1
/Salmrieo | | | | | |
I---------------------------I | ! | | I
|*) Sen.Mgp.4ypointmmo | 176,200 | 1,251,100 | 84^108 | 136,000 | 1,640.300 |
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------|
|W Salary Incentive Awards i | | | 16,400 | 16,400 |
| '---------------------|--------------------i----------------|--------------------|--------|
|m) General Manager | | | | 91,300 | 81.300 |
| | |-----------|----------/--------'----------|--------|
| ' ' ' ' ' ' '
' id) Legal Counsel i | | i 86,200 | 66'200 }
| |-----------|----------|--------|----------|--------|
. . . . . . .
| |m) Controller 0,�N | 8,380 |
| ' ' '
|---------------------------}----------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------i
10enefito | | | | | |
| |--------------|
/ , . . . . . .
|a) 8en.Mgp.6ppointmmo | 44.300 | 413,700 | 18,600 | 20^100 ! 505'700 |
| |------------------- -| --------------------|----------------)--------------------|--------|
' |h) General Manager | | | | 32,700 | 32,700 |
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------|
ic) Legal Counsel | | | | 4,480 | 4,400 i
| | |----------- --------------------|----------------i---------------------|--------|
|d) Controller
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------i--------------------|--------|
| i8ireotnpe' Fees | | | | 28,800 | 28,000 | �
|--------------------------i---------------------i--------------------i----------------i---------------------i--------- ---i
| | | | | | | |
|SV8T0TAL | 220,500 1 1.664,800 ! 102'700 1 413,300 1 2.481,380 i
|---------------------------I---------------------|---------------------i----------------|---------------------|----------------|
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#lBPEN|NSULA QB)lOWAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT (c)
PRELIMINARY BUDGET BY P808RAm
1A0-18&2
(Dollars)
|---------------------------------------------------------------| |
| | Open GVarw | Open Spann | Communications | General Management | TOTALS | .
I8udget Category | Acquisition Program | Nanmgmmmor Program > Program | & Program Support | (All Programs) |
|--------------|--------------- ---|--------------------|------------- -|--------------------|----------------
| |
|0EQVYCES & SUPPLIES i
|---------------------------|
|Legal Services | 1,700 | 10.000 | | 20'000 | 31,100 | �
� || i---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------} �
|Rn8ular Outside Services | 0,600 | 15,500 i 2.000 | 138.800 | 186,800 |
' |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|---------------------|----------------
|Lmnd }
��fen Fees | �,00 | | | | �,O00 | !
. . . . . . . �
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------i
|Cnntpact Services | 39.500 i 122,008 ! 20.350 | 30,00 | 211,850 | �
|
/ |-----------|----------|--------|----------'--------
|
. . . . .l . �
[lectinn/Annexation 2,500 | 2,500 |
1 |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------|
|Ubpary and Gubcriptimm | 1'080 / 1,500 | 708 | 1,000 | 5,100 | /
�
| | ' |
. | |-----------|----------|--------.----------|----------------
.
iRmnto and Leases | | 5,700 | | 60,760 | 66,450 \
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------|
'Utilirieo | 11'100 | 0.850 | | 13,200 | 48,160 | |
| |-----------|----------|--------i----------|--------|
'Pusrmg� | �0 / 150 | 3,500 | 13,000 | 16,860 | �
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! ' ' ' ' ' ' '
'Print�nQ and Duplicating | �� | S �� i 2 508 | 13 �80 | 21 y00 |
� / . . . ' ' . ' . ' .
| |---------------------'--------------------|----------------|--------------------i--------/
iIneurance | 7,050 | 72.880 | | 22,000 | 101,850 |
| |-----------|----------|--------|----------|--------/
. . . . . . .
|Adveptieing | 580 | 3'500 | 580 | 2,500 | 7,080 |
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------|
|Mnpn and Aerials / 300 | 800 | | | 1'100 |
| i----------'|----------|--------|--------------------|--------!
|P,ivatn Vehicle Expense i 3.500 | 5,500 | 800 | 3,600 | 13.400 |
( | |---------------------|---------------------}----------------|---------------------|--------|
10istnicr Vehicle Expense } \ 110.100 | i | 110,180 |
| |-----------i----------|--------|----------|--------|
. . . . . . .
18usimmms Meeting Expense | 1,800 | 1,000 | 7.400 | 1,800 | 11,200 |
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/M*rmonnnl Development | 5,400 | 22.500 i 0.900 | 9,450 | 47,250 |
| i---------------------|--------------------|----------------)--------------------|--------|
|Nmint./Repair Equipment | | 9,480 | 200 | 2,000 ! 11,600 |
| |-----------|----------|--------|----------|--------|
. . . . . . .
10pepmtinB Expenses-Diste | 6,450 | 15,660 | 4,500 i 19,340 | 46.050 |
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------i--------------------\--------!
10ffime Supplies/Sml Equip, ! 700 ! 2,400 i 1,800 6,500 i 11'400 \ �
| |---------------------!--------------------�---------------- ---------- --------� �
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|Fiold �wNdiem/Sm �NiV | O | 2� U0N | | | 26 �� �
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Mainr Gervioem | 42 880 | 120 2UO | ' | 1��.10O | �
. . . ' . ' . / . . �
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!Prnperty Taxes ! 1,000 | 1.600 | i | 2,00 |
|� | |-----------|----------}--------|----------|--------| �. . . . . . . �
|Comm. Publications | | | 147,000 | | 147,000 }
| |---------------------|--------------------|----------------|--------------------|--------1
/Cwmm. special Projects / | \ 4W,500 | | 40,508 | �
| |-----------|----------|--------i----------|--------| �
. . . . � �
|0dun�emr Program | | 3,60U ' | | 3,6O8 |
. . . . . . . �' |---------------------|----------|--------i----------|--------| �
iMiece lanmnue | 100 | | 100 | 100 | 300 |
|---------------------------|---------------------|--------------------i---------------->--------------------|--------|
'3V870TAL i 168'200 | 579'360 | 250.850 i 360,040 | 1,349,450 ! �
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PRELIMINARY BUDGET BY PROGRAM
1991-1992
(Dollars)
___________________________________________________________________,_____-_-__________-____-__-__-__-_____-_-____-_--_-_-_-_-_{
{ ! Open Space { Open Space { Communications { General Management { TOTALS {
{Budget Category 1 Acquisition Program { Management Program I Program { & Program Support 9 (All Programs) {
_ ____________ ________ __ -_.__-_--_---_---
IFIXED ASSETS
{---_---------------------{ 1 I 6 I I
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{New Land Purchases I 14,500,000 { { { 14,500,000 {
{ {---------------------{--------------------{----------------{--------------------{_—_______—__—___{
{building Improvements { 70,000 { 170,000 { 50,000 { 210,000 { 500,000 {
{ {---------------------.{___.------------------{----------------{---------------------{____________--_—{
{Site Acquisition Expense { 96,000 { { { { 96,000 {
{ f-__—----------------{_____-__------------{-----_-----__-_-{_-____-_-__-______--{_--__-____----_{
{Site Preparation Expense { { 35,000 { { { 35,000 {
{ {---------------------{-------.—------------{---------------.®f---------------------{-----------------
{
{Leasehold Improvements i E { { 0 { I
{ {---------------------{--------------------{-----------------{--------------------{_—_----.-------__{
{Structures & Improvements { 41,300 { 693,950 { { j 735,250 {
1--------------------- ------
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{Field Equipment { { 81,5O0 { { { 81,500 {
{ {_____________________ --------------------{----------------{--------------------{__—___—_—_______{
{Office Equipment { 4,000 { 9,050 { 9,000 { 10,000 { 32,050 {
{ ---------------------!---------------------{----------------{____.---------------- -___-___________{
{Vehicles { { 32,500 { { { 32,500 {
{---------------------------j--------------.p______{--------------------{----------------{----------------—---{---______-------{
jSUBTOTAL { 14,711,300 { 1,022,000 { 59,000 { 220,000 { 16,012,300 {
-------------------- —®______________{
{TOTAL OF ALL EXPENDITURES { 20,031,721 { 3,266,160 { 412,550 { 993,340 { 24,70 ,771 {
{---------------------------{---------------------{--------------------{----------------{--------------------{-------------_--{
{TOTAL EXPENDITURES
j {EXCLUDING LAND, BUILDING ( { { { { {
{IMPROVEMENTS AND OPERATING j
{EXPENSES AND DEBT SERVICE { 514,550 { 3,080,500 { 357,950 { 764,000 { 4,717,000 {
{----------------.-----------{---------------------{-------------------- -----------------{_____.---------------{----_—______—__{
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PROPOSED 1991-92 BUDGET-SITE EXPENSES SUMMARY Date: 3/04/91
SITE PROJECTED ACTUAL BUDGETED PROPOSED GROSS CIP PROJECTS
1990-91 1990-91 BUDGET 1991-92 1991-92
Skyline Ridge $134,600 $234,050 $187,000 $158,500
Monte Bello 9,560 9,550 13,400 0
Rancho San Antonio 63,750 70,600 134,600 95,000
Purisima Creek 5,300 14,550 12,550 0
Windy Hill 23,550 50,750 38,600 20,000
St.Joseph's Hill Z200 Z350 3,450 0
Ravenswood 1,050 3,550 3,300 0
El Corte de Madera 15,400 15,400 22,700 20,000
Picchetti Ranch Area 96,200 192,100 187,000 182,000
Saratoga Gap 1,200 1,700 3,700 0
Los Trancos 5,600 6,300 5,000 0
Long Ridge 11,000 6,000 36,100 0
Pulgas Ridge 4,650 4,900 1,600 0
Russian Ridge Z550 4,400 3,400 0
La Honda Creek 27,600 26,800 49,900 40,000
Teague Hill 200 1,800 1,200 0
Fremont Older 5,700 6,200 11,550 0
Kennedy-Limekiln Area 3,500 3,800 4,800 0
Stevens Creek 250 250 250 0
Coal Creek Z850 4,000 1,200 0
El Sereno Z200 3,100 Z600 0
Foothills 850 950 600 0
Thomewood Z200 4,400 1,800 0
Mt. Umunhum Area 35,050 41,000 36,550 0
Cathedral Oaks Area 19,100 2,400 1 7,2001 0
SUBTOTAL $476,100 $710,900 $770,060 $515,500
Misc. Projects 11,600 11,600 10,0001 0
Ranger Facilities 147,250 129,200 225,900 1170,000
Ranger Residences 9,850 13,950 11,0501 0
TOTALS: $644,800 $865,660 $1,017,000 $685,500
* (Additional$15,000 C.I.P.funds carried in Enterprise Account)
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
1) PRESERVE: Skyline Ridge
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks $3,200 $1,400 0
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 18,700 34,250 $16,000
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 1,700 3,200
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 7,700 7,700 9,300
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $29,600 $45,050 $28,500
CIP Planning 7,000 6,000 11,000
CIP Construction 98,000 184,000 147,600
TOTALS 1 $134,6001 $234,0501 $187,0001
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Install telephones ($3,000), improve dam if doomed necessary by state
($10,000), restore upper tree farm road area($2,000).
CIP: Observation piers ($25,000) and trail to Long Ridge ($65,000),
water system ($34,000), construct nature center ($23,600).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(+) reconstruction plans for bay($1,800), nature center redesigned ($3,500),
Alpine carried over from last FY&trail drainage requirements ($17,000),
map board signs upgraded ($2,000).
PRESERVE: Skyline Ridge
FY 90-91 Budget Variances (Continued)
() post earthquake study&permits delayed well ($20,000), less
administration required ($4,000), nature center permits delayed ($50,000),
LWCF trail permits delayed ($33,000), dam improvements pending state
approval ($15,000), Horseshoe trail less costly($4,000),tree farm
restoration by volunteers ($1,000).
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
2) PRESERVE: Monte Bello
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $250 $250 $10,800
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 3,500 7,500 5,000
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 5,8001 5,650 6,050
,Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $9,660 $13,400 $20,850
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $9,550 $13,400 $20,850
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Construct Stevens Creek bridge ($10,000). Retrofit restrooms ($4,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
Pending restroom redesign by vendor($4,000).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
3) PRESERVE: Rancho San Antonio
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 199D.91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 $200 $200"
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $2,200 7,550 20,650
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 4,900 5,200 4,900
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 10,150 10,150 13,960
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $17,250 $23,100 $39,600
CIP Planning 7,000 1,000 0
CIP Construction 39,600 46,500 95,000
TOTALS $63,750 $70,600 $134,600
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Restore Grant house ($10,000), landscape and fence caretaker trailer($3,500), oil and
screen main road and upgrade Mora Drive ($6,000).
CIP: Farm bypass trail ($25,000), Deer Hollow bridge ($70,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
()Water system completed force account($7,000), Rhus Ridge fence delayed ($3,500),
benches pending board policy($900), signs being standarized ($1,650).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
4) PRESERVE: Purisima Creek Redwoods
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000
Capital Improvements 0 $4,450 $4,260
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ $1,000 5,100 4,100
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 4,300 5,000 4,200
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $5,300 $14,550 $12,550
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
300 14 550 $1 550
$5 $ 2,
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Construct helicopter access ($2,000), retrofit restroom to most handicapped
standards ($4,000), drinking fountain ($1,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(-) Pending restroom redesign by vendor($4,000), helicopter pad pending permit
($2,000),telephone installed at adjacent store ($1,200).
6) PRESERVE:Windy Hill
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 $1,6W $3,000
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $17,800 25,500 1 Z200
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 250 750 800
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ Z500 3,000 Z600
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $20,650 $30,750 $18,600
CIP Planning 3,000 20,000 20,000
CIP Construction 0 0 0
TOTALS $23,650 $50,750 $38,600
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Investigate Sausal dam ($3,000), install toilet pad and tank ($2,000), construct trails
near Willowbrook($10,000).
CIP (over$25,000): Portola Valley parking lot permits ($20,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
() Trail construction delayed pending permit($7,500), planning for
permit deferred due to conference ($17,000).
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
6) PRESERVE: St Joseph's Hill
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $500 $650 $150
(Under$26,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 1,500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,700 1,700 1,800
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $2,200 $2,350 $3,450
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $Z200 $2,350 $3,460
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Repair Jones Trail ($1,500).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS- PRESERVES
7) PRESERVE: Ravenswood
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 $2,500 $2,500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ $1,050 1,050 800
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $1,050 $3,550 $3,300
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $1,050 $3,550 $3,300
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Grade Bay Rd.($2,500).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(-} Bay Rd. pending BCDC permit($2,500)
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
8) PRESERVE: El Corte de Madera
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BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $1,700 $1,700 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 10,000 10,000 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 3,700 3,700 $2,700
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $15,400 $15,400 $2,700
CIP Planning
CIP Construction 20,000
TOTALS $15,400 $15,400 $22,700
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
CIP: Dump restoration planning ($20,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS -PRESERVES
9) PRESERVE: Picchetti Ranch Area
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 $600
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $1,000 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 $2,500 2,300"
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ Z700 Z700 2,200
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $3,700 $5,200 $5,000
CIP Planning 12500 24900 Is"
CIP Construction 80,000 162,000 167,000
TOTALS $96,200 $192,100 $187,000
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
CIP: Barn restoration ($182,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(-) Portion of restoration complete last year($82,000), planning deferred during
conference ($10,000), drainage repairs postponed ($2,600).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS -PRESERVES
10) PRESERVE: Saratoga Gap
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 $500 $500
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 1,500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ $1,200 1,200 1,700
Maintenance I I I I
SUBTOTALS $1,200 $1,700 $3,700
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $1,200 $1,700 $3,700
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Realign trail ($1,500).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
11) PRESERVE: Los Trancos
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991.92 '
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 $800
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ $3,700 $4,100 Z500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,900 Z200 1,700
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $5,600 $6,300 $5,000
CIP Planning
C I P Construction
TOTALS $5,600 $6,300 $5,000
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Re-align Fault Trail ($1,000), remove frost-damaged trees ($1,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
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12) PRESERVE: Long Ridge
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $2,200 $1,500 $1,200
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 6,300 1,700 32,000
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ Z500 Z800 Z900
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $11,000 $6,000 $36,100
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $11,000 $6,000 $36,100
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Clean up Bar Y ($15,000) and Panighetti ($16,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(+) Unestimated upgrade Portola Road ($3,100), upgrade Bar Y trail unanticipated ($1,500).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
13) PRESERVE: Pulgas Ridge
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $500 $750 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 3,000 3,000 $500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,150 1,150 1,100
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $4,650 $4,900 $1,600
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $4,650 $4,900 $1,600
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
'i 14) PRESERVE: Russian Ridge
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $750 $2,000 $1,000
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 300 1,000
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,800 2,100 1,400
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $2,550 $4,400 $3,400
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $2,550 $4,400 $3,400
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Grazing improvements ($1,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(-) Ridge Trail realignment pending U &M review ($2,000).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
15) PRESERVE: La Honda Creek
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990.91 1990-91 1991.92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $200 $6,200 $6,700
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 14,000 14,500 2,000
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 900 1,100 1,200
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $15,100 $21,800 $9,900
GIP Planning 12,500 5,000 0
CIP Construction 0 0 40,000
TOTALS $27,600 $26,800 $49,900
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Repair Paulin, PTT Road ($2,000).
CIP (over$25,000): Realign Weeks Road ($40,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
() Paulin culvert delayed pending negotiations ($6,000).
(+) Underestimated engineering Weeks Road ($7,500).
16) PRESERVE: Teague Hill
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$26,000)
Capital Improvements $200 $1,200 $1,000
(Under$26,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 0 600 200
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $200 $1,800 $1,200
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $200 $1,800 $1,200
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Fences and gates ($1,000)
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(-} Deferred fences and gates ($1,000).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
17) PRESERVE: Fremont Older
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 $4,000
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ $900 $1,400 1,400
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 4,800 4,800 6,150
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $6,700 $6,200 $11,550
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $5,700 $6,200 $11,550
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Re-align Ridge Trail ($3,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
IS) PRESERVE: Kennedy-Limekiln Area
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $400 $400 $0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 500 S00 Z500
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ Z600 Z600 Z300
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $3,600 $3,500 $4,800
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $3,500 $3,500 $4,800
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Site clean-up ($2,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
20) PRESERVE: Stevens Creek Shoreline
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ $250 $250 50
I $2
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $250 $250 $250
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $250 $250 $250
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
Date: 3/04191 PRNECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
21 PRESERVE: Coal Creek
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $1,660 $1,650 0
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 100 100 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,200 Z350 $1,200
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $2,850 $4,000 $1,200
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $2,860 $4,000 $1,200
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
22) PRESERVE: El Sereno
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 $300
Capital Improvements 0 0 0
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 $1,200 200
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,9001 1,9001 2,100
Maintenance I I
SUBTOTALS $2,200 $3,100 $2,600
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $2,200 $3,100 $2,600
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
Fence and gate determined unnecessary ($1,200)
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PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
23) PRESERVE: Foothills
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 $300
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ $850 $950 300
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $850 $950 $600
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $850 $950 $600
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
None
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
24) PRESERVE: Thomewood
j BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 $100 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $1,200 3,300 $1,100
(Under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 0 0 0
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,000 1,000 700
Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $2,200 $4,400 $1,800
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $2,200 $4,400 $1,800
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Install gate and style below Grandview entrance ($1,100).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
() Entry sign pending sign standards ($500), Grandview gate pending
locating property line ($1,100).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
25) PRESERVE: Mt Umunhum Area
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 $5,000 0
Capital Improvements $400 1,700 $1,000
(under$25,000)
Special Projects/ 24,700 24,700 21,000
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 9,950 9,600 14,550
,Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $35,050 $41,000 $366,550
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $35,050 $41,000 $36,560
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Maintain contract with Sheriff's department($20,000). Perform road maintenance on
Loma Prieta, Mt Umunhum, Cattermole and Barlow Rd. ($8,000), secure mine ($1,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
() Engineering study pending toxic clean-up ($6,000), Catermole gate location in question ($1700
question ($1700).
Date: 3/04/91 PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS -PRESERVES
26) PRESERVE: Cathedral Oaks Area
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(Under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $300 $200 $2,900
(Under$26,000)
Special Projects/ 17,400 Soo Z400
Maintenance
Annual Projects/ 1,400 1,400 1,900
,Maintenance
SUBTOTALS $19,100 $2,400 $7,200
CIP Planning
CIP Construction
TOTALS $19,100 $2,400 $7,200
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Install gates and fences at Pong, Mayr, and Cothran ($2,300). Clean up Carter, Noravian,
Cothran, and Menuhin ($2,400).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
Mayr demolition ($17,000)
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS
27) PRESERVE: Not related to specific site. Budgeted for new acquisitions.
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Road and trail $2,500 $2,500 $2,000
maintenance
Hazard removal 7,000 7,000 6,000
Sign installation Soo 600 600
Gates and fences 1,600 1,600 Z500
TOTALS $11,600 $11,600 $10,000
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
Date: 3/04/91 PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
28) RANGER OFFICE: Rancho San Antonio
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements 0 0 0
(under$25,000)
Maintenance $38,960 $34,400 $22,100
Supplies 46,760 40,650 9,700
SUBTOTALS $85,700 $74,950 $31,800
CIP Planning 13,000 10,000 0
CIP Construction
150,000
TOTALS $98,700 $84,950 $1 81,8W
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Diesel fuel tank($1 ZOOO).
CIP: Expansion of building ($150,000), diesel fuel tank ($1 Z000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(+) Filled swimming pools ($8,000), conceptual plans revised ($3,000),
overspent on radio ($4,500), paint annex($3,000).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-PRESERVES
29) RANGER OFFICE: Skyline Ridge
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Planning Tasks 0 0 0
(under$25,000)
Capital Improvements $22,000 $21,000 0
(under$25,000)
Maintenance 11,800 13,500 $14,400
Supplies 9,750 9,750 9,700
SUBTOTALS $43,550 $44,250 $24,100
CIP Planning 5,000 0 20,000
CIP Construction 0 0 0
TOTALS $48,550 $44,250 $44,100
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
Paint buildings, repair shop wall, install lighting ($6,000).
CIP (over$25,000): Plans and Specifications for expansion ($20,000).
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
(+)Accelerated conceptual expansion plan ($5,000), gas tank underestimated ($1,000)
Garbage service down ($1,100).
PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETS-RANGER RESIDENCES
30) RANGER RESIDENCES
BUDGET: Category Projected Actuals Budgeted Proposed Budget
1990-91 1990-91 1991-92
Skyline $450 $800 $300
Monte Bello 150 660 650
Rancho,A 1,950 3,950 Z950
Rancho, B 1,650 Z650 Z050
Purisima 1,500 1,460 1,100
Saratoga Gap 900 900 800
Fremont Older Z200 Z050 1,750
El Corte de Madera 1,050 1,500 1,460
TOTALS $9,850 $13,950 $11,050
COMMENTS: FY 91-92 Major Projects
None
FY 90-91 Budget Variances
() Rancho propane dropped ($1,400), Rancho landscape deferred ($1,000).
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-34
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 6 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: M. Foster, Controller
SUBJECT: Controller ' s Report on the Proposed Fiscal Year 1991-92
Budget
The following cash flow projection shows the impact of the
proposed fiscal year 1991-92 budget on the District ' s cash
position. The District will begin the new fiscal year with
estimated cash balances totalling $13. 25 million. Together with
anticipated revenue and the proceeds from land contract notes ,
this cash position is adequate to cover debt service, operating
expenses , preserve development , reserve requirements , and $14 . 5
million for new land acquisition. As shown in the attached
monthly cash flow projection, our cash position could be modest
in the middle of the year when a very large land payment is
anticipated. Whenever practical , lower priority acquisitions
should be deferred until the timing and amount of this payment is
known. We will monitor this situation very closely and respond
with an issue of tax anticipation notes should interim financing
become needed.
ANNUAL CASH FLOW PROJECTION
FISCAL YEAR 1991-92 BUDGET
(thousands)
Beginning Cash Balance $ 13, 250
Plus: Tax Revenue 9, 285
Grant Income 1 , 030
Joint Projects , Gifts 420
Interest Income 900
Rental Income 405
Sale of Surplus Property 3 , 100
Other Income 90
Total Income $ 15, 230
Net Proceeds from Debt Issues 4 , 500
Total Income plus Financing $ 19 , 730
Minus : Debt Service $ 4 , 941
Operating Expenses/Development 5, 270
Land Purchases 14 , 500
Total Expenditures $ 24 , 711
Ending Cash Balance $ 8 , 269
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Income
1 . Tax Revenue is estimated at $9.285 million (69% from Santa
Clara County and 31% from San Mateo County) . This assumes
that the recent slowdown in real estate and other economic
activity will slow property tax increases, in the 1991-92
tax year, to 6. 5% from each county. This compares to
increases , before assessment of the new county collection
fees, averaging 10.6% in the 1990-91 tax year. County tax
collection fee assessments are projected at $136,000.
2. Grant Income is projected at $1 .03 million - $565, 000 from
Proposition 70 for land acquisition and $465, 000 for
preserve development . Most of the latter funding is for
approved projects in the Skyline Ridge preserve or the
Picchetti area.
3. Joint ProjectZGift funding is forecast at $420, 000 including
$113, 000 committed by the Town of Portola Valley. The
balance is based on indications of support for particular
anticipated land purchases.
4. Interest Income is budgeted at $900 , 000, assuming an average
investment rate of 8% on general funds and 7% on reserve
funds.
5. Rental Income is projected at $405, 000, including $59, 400
for sublease of excess space in our new Distel Circle
headquarters building.
6 . Sale of Surplus Property: The budget assumes that the
planned sale of the developable portion of the Teague Hill
preserve will be accomplished this year ($2. 5 million) along
with the sale of the house on the former Smith Property
($600, 000) .
7. Other Income (estimated at $90, 000) includes various
reimbursements, payments from the Hassler assessment
district , fines, subscriptions and other fees , and small
donations.
Debt Capacity and Planned Debt Issues
At the end of March 1991 , the District will have $48. 8 million of
bonded debt outstanding, just $5 million (9%) under our statutory
debt limit. No new public issues of long term notes are planned
in 1991-92. However, the budget does assume the issuance of $4 . 5
million of subordinated land contract notes in conjunction with a
large anticipated land purchase. At the end of the 1991-92
Report 91-34 Page 3
fiscal year, the District would then have $50.4 million of bonded
debt outstanding compared to a statutory ceiling of $57 . 1
million. Therefore, there is room to accommodate some additional
private financing or public tax anticipation notes should a top
priority parcel become available earlier than projected. The
current long-term financial plan indicates the next large issue
of public twenty year notes would be in 1992-93.
Debt Service
Current debt outstanding requires $4 .94 mill-ion of debt service
payments in 1991-92 . A complete listing of payments against
outstanding notes will be provided in the Debt Service Annual
Claims List.
Reserves
If all revenues and expenditures occur as budgeted, the
District ' s cash balances would total $8 . 3 million at the end of
the coming fiscal year. This is some $3. 5 million more than
required to meet the reserve requirements of outstanding public
debt, and will adequately fund the first few months of fiscal
year 1992-93.
Long-Term Cash Flow Projection
The relation of the proposed budget to the current year and the
District ' s longer-term financial plans is shown in the second
attachment to this report. This five year plan accommodates $43
million for new land acquisition and $17 million for land
management and preserve development.
MIROSD CASH FLOW PROJECTION 3/6/91
1990-91 TO 1995-96
($ THOUSANDS) 90-91 91-92 92-93 93-94 94-95 95-96
----- ----- ----- -----
BEGINNING CASH 7673 13250 8269 9843 7425 13371
TAX REVENUE 8735 9285 9935 10630 11375 12170
GRANT RECEIPTS 1343 1030 200 205 210 220
JOINT PROJECTS/GIFTS 447 420 300 315 330 365
INTEREST INCOME 900 900 700 700 750 850
OTHER INCOME 622 495 515 540 565 595
SALE OF PROPERTY 3100
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SUBTOTAL REVENUES 12047 15230 11650 12390 13230 14200
LAND MGT/DEV. -2250 -3096 -2965 -3260 -3590 -3945
ADMINISTRATION -730 -755 -805 -865 -925 -990
ACQ. EXPENSE -380 -515 -475 -510 -545 -585
COMMUNICATIONS -440 -358 -340 -365 _390 -415
BUILDING COST -25 -546 -50 -55 -60 -65
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
OPERATING EXPENSES -3825 -5270 -4635 -5055 -5510 -6000
DEBT SERVICE-CURRENT -5000 -4941 -5116 -5703 -5634 -5985
DEBT SERVICE-NEW -525 -1050 -1415 -1780
---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
TOTAL DEBT SERVICE -5000 -4941 -5641 -6753 -7049 -7765
---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES -8825 -10211 -10276 -11808 -12559 -13765
----- ----- ----- -----
OPERATING CASH FLOW 3222 5019 1374 582 671 435
LAND CONTRACTS 65 4500 -4500 6600
BOND ISSUES (NET) 14191 14200 9775
BUILDING PURCHASE -1905
PRIORITY LAND PURCHASE -4800 -11500 -6500 -8228
OTHER LAND PURCHASED -5196 -3000 -3000 -3000 -4500 -3000
----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
TOTAL LAND PURCHASED -9996 -14500 -9500 -3000 -4500 -11228
ENDING CASH 13250 8269 9843 7425 13371 9178
REQUIRED RESERVES 4927 4781 5922 5715 6515 6515
----- ----- ----- ----- -----
EXCESS CASH 8323 3488 3921 1710 6856 2663
CUMMULATIVE ACQUISITIONS 14500 24000 27000 31500 42723
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BEGINNING CASH 13250 14957 14829 1.3950 13490 7635 6132 6529 6453 9030 13250
TAX REVENUE 2300 365 445 25 215 50 830 300 3875 880 9285
ACQUISITION GRANTS .385 180 565
DEVELOPMENT GRANTS 10 388 67 465
JOINT PROJECTS/GIFTS 113 307 420
INTEREST INCOME 135 190 130 145 80 85 135 900
OTHER INCOME .35 .35 .35 70 .35 .35 115 35 35 145 495
SALE OF PROPERTY 600 2500 3100
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TOTAL REVENUE 2345 648 -977 95 768 1215 1045 415 4062 3660 15230
DEBT ISSUES 4500 4500
CASH EXPENSES -380 -380 -420 -470 -529 -550 -460 -390 -380 -1311 -5270
DEBT SERVICE -258 -46 -1 -35 -29 -1568 -88 -1 -5 -2910 -4941
LAND PURCHASES -350 -1435 -50 -6065 -600 -100 -100 -5600 -200 -14500
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TOTAL SPENDING 638 -776 -1856 -555 -6623 -2718 -648 -491 -5985 -4421 -24711
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ENDING CASH 14957 14829 13950 13490 7635 -6132 6529 6453 9030 8269 8269
RESERVE FUNDS 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555 4555
NOTE FUNDS 1792 1792 1792 1792 1792 226 226 226 3070 226 226
OTHER FUNDS 150 130 110 80 40 0
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TOTAL RESERVES 6497 6477 6457 6427 6387 4781 4781 4781 7625 4781 4781
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-4
(Meeting 91-0t,
March 27 , 1991 )
REPORT
March 13 , 1991
To: Board of Directors
From: Budget Committee
Prepared By: R. McKibbin, K. Duffy, G. Babbitt
Subject : 1991-1992 Budget
Recommendation: Accept the . proposed 1991-1992 Fiscal Year Budget .
Discussion:
The Budget Committee has met eight times since January 22, 1991 to review
the proposed 1991-1992 budget . After some discussion of the specific
"charge" to the committee it was determined that a permanent description of
the committee ' s duties would be helpful . This description is attached.
Special charges could be added to these duties by the Board for any
specific year.
The committee reviewed the budget of each program proposed according to the
Preliminary Action Plan, the charge to the committee from the Board after
revisions were discussed, the new Open Space Management Budget Guidelines ,
and the new five year Capital Improvement Project List . It is important to
note that this budget does not reflect any changes in staffing and program
that may occur as a result of the upcoming discussions of the "Strategic
Plan for the 90s . 11
In the Communications budget the committee asked staff to expedite the new
District logo selection process to coincide with the office move. This
will necessitate a Board workshop in May to discuss the logo.
The 20th
an celebration funding may increase if the activity is tied to a
potential fundraising measure in 1992 .
In Administration the renovation of the new office building has been
budgeted at $500 , 000 . The organizational improvement survey by Sipel and
Associates has been budgeted at $12, 500 . A staff committee is reviewing
the salary incentive program and will return to the Budget Committee with
recommendations. The committee, with Board approval , has contracted Sipel
and Associates at $1 , 900 to conduct a salary survey for the general manager
Position as suggested by the charge from the Board. The full Board will
review Board appointees in April .
The District controller advises that the District is on sound financial
ground but that funding will be tighter this year due to projected
acquisitions . In Land Acquisition debt service is budgeted at
approximately $5 , 0'00 , 000 and funding for land purchases is budgeted at
$14 , 500, 000 .
201 San Antonio Circle,Suite C-1 35 - Mountain View,California 94040 - Phone:(415)949-5500 - FAX:(415)949-5679
Report 91-41 Page 2
The Open Space Management budget was reviewed in accordance with the new
Open Space Management Budget Guidelines , the new five year Capital
Improvement Project list, and a new five year Capital Equipment list . This
format gives a clearer picture of the growth anticipated in the four
specific categories . The Committee recommends that this format continue
next year. The new Open Space Management Budget Guidelines allow staff
budgetary flexibility within the four specific categories while maintaining
a control on growth through an overall cap. This year the committee and
staff recommend that unspent funds from one category be allowed to be moved
into other categories by the end of the fiscal year without further Board
approval . Incorporated into this year ' s budget is a list of discretionary
items which may or may not be funded based on available finances .
The total Open Space Management budget , excluding $700, 000 budgeted for
capital improvement projects , will increase by 6 .3%. Salaries and benefits
are projected to increase by 11 . 4% with, basically, no new staffing
additions . This category accounts for 70% of the Open Space Management
budget (excluding capital improvement projects) .
One concern expressed during the budgetary process was the lack of real
growth in the remaining three categories of the Open Space Management
budget under the Open Space Management Budget Guidelines . Services and
supplies will decrease by 0. 5% in this year ' s budget and fixed assets are
projected to decrease by 2. 8%. The committee feels the full Board should
address any necessary adjustment to the Open Space Management Budget
Guidelines soon after the adoption of the Strategic Plan for the ' 90s .
Also of concern is the potential increased funding that may be necessary
midyear for the ranger yard and office remodeling, the Strategic Plan for
the ' 90s , and the combining of the 20 year anniversary event with the
potential funding measure for 1992 .
The committee discussed the desirability of initiating a two year budget in
order to do more forward planning than can be accomplished in a yearly
budget. We think this is an excellent idea but , in view of changes that
may be required by the strategic plan, we decided that this should be
delayed. We ask that next year ' s budget committee initiate a two year
budget .
In conclusion, under the charge to the committee from the Board, the Budget
Committee recommends acceptance of the proposed 1991-1992 budget by the
Board.
We thank staff for their participation in this year ' s budgetary process .
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Duties and Responsibilities - Budget Committee
Composition - Board Treasurer and two other Board members; normally
appointed at the end of first meeting in January.
Appointed annually.
Budget Responsibility -
1 . Review, in behalf of Board, proposed budget prepared by
staff fo`r`forthcoming fiscal year.
2 . Review any special charges for the Budget Committee
adopted by the Board.
3. Select committee member at initial budget meeting to
serve as chairperson for the committee and a committee
member to write the Budget Committee report.
4 . Select meeting times/dates for Budget Committee meetings
to review proposed budget material .
5. Review Budget Committee 's expectations and input
regarding particular budget data, topics of special
interest, format and presentation and/or other items of
particular interest to committee members . Get Board
sanction to have staff re ar e s i ecia prepare 1 mat
erials
studies .
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6 . Esta
blish a salar
y review sche
dule edule for the General
Manager, Legal Counsel, and Controller.
Recommend to Board what Board appointee salary survey
data and other information is required to review
compensation of General Manager, Controller, and Legal
Counsel . See attachment A for specific Budget Committee
charges in this particular area.
7 . Review proposed budgets , including line item budgets , for
the coming fiscal year for:
Open Space Acquisition Program
Open Space Management Program
Communications Program
General Management and Program Support
Review each program budget in relationship to proposed
Action Plan for forthcoming fiscal year adopted by Board.
Review each program ' s budget taking into consideration
the current adopted budget, projected budget expenses ,
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and proposed budget for forthcoming fiscal year. Staff
to designate specific areas of over-under expenditure
impacting proposed budget.
8 . Open Space Acquisition-Enter-prise Subprogram
Review three years of data (actual income - actual
expenses; current fiscal year ' s budgeted income -
projected income - budgeted expenses - projected
expenses; and forthcoming fiscal year ' s proposed income
and proposed budget expenses) .
9. Open Space Management Program
a . Review project summary expense - budget sheets for
each preserve.
b. Review projected percentage change in property tax
revenue that District ' s Controller computes on
basis of data from county assessors ' offices .
C. Review conformity with Open Space Management Budget
Guidelines and other related budget policies .
d. Review proposed updated five-year major capital
improvement budget.
e. Review proposed up-dated five-year major capital
equipment budget.
f. Review projects on discretionary items list.
10 . Review Controller 's report.
11 . Review and audit the incentive award program for
compliance with District policies and approving budget
for the program on behalf of the Board. Meet with
General Manager in Closed Session to discuss specifics of
the program.
12. Review salary and fringe benefit data for District ' s non-
represented employees .
13 . Prepare Budget Committee report for distribution to the
Board with the proposed budget. Make Budget Committee
presentation to Board of Directors in conjunction with
staff ' s presentation on the proposed budget.
14. After books are closed, review actual versus projected
expenditures .
as revixd 1/9l91
PROPOSED REVISED OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT BUDGET POLICIES
A. Purpose of Policies
pr-ier-iti es all
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the Dist—E
•:.b C�get ;.:>
p _ out3xne guidelines and
prinri ae.. �n preparing the annual budget a ocation fQr the
3zstr�et;fi:sSpace anagemen rc:
the ? trctrs Basic. Folic P gram Whey are guided by
Y �n order to compete the
greenbelt, adequate funds dust continue tcz :go toward 2anc
ecguisa.tion open space Management and other prngram� �1ust be
kept appropxxate scrape with funding scaled to achieve
t�veral D�.stract Goa..�s :: ........ ......... .........
B. Priority Guidelines for Open Space Management Budget
Allocation
1. First priority in allocating Open Space Management budget
shall be given to providing responsible public
stewardship of District lands, including patrol,
maintenance, necessary field support facilities, visitor
safety, basic site information to promote responsible
public use and enjoyment of the lands, resource
restoration and protection, associated site nni
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g, a n Space Acquisition support.
2 . Second priority shall be given to development of basic
visitor improvements, in accordance with Site Emphasis
Policy, to make preserve areas usable
by the gene
ral
Publicineluding access points, parking, signing, and
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p unary trail systems, and to visit
or ed
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participation via volunteer programs. n and
3 . Third priority shall be given
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inaccordance with Site Emphasis Polic ft3e visitor,
improvements be
yond e o nd those wh
ich hich ar
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site usable, including, for example, interpretive,
picnic, and camping facilities.
C. Open Space Management Budget Guideline
Funds will be allocated so that the basic net Open Space
Management budget will grow above the 1990-1991 basic net
budget, as needed, at the rate the District's property tax
income ' ncluding sb�'entions grows.
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Basic Net Budget = Total Budget
Minus
Costs of Major Capital Improvements
and Minus
Outside Funding (for Other Than Major Capital Improvements)
Such as Gifts, Grants, and Sales of Surplus Equipment
D. Implementation Guidelines
1. A five year capital improvement program for projects ever
i $25, 000 aridtzr will be adopted and then reviewed and
extended`""'arinuaj.ly. The capital improvement program
includes basic and extended visitor improvements and
field support facilities.
2 . Federal, state, and private grants will be aggressively
sought for all planned programs and improvements. Other
potential grants will be sought on a case by case basis.
3 . Extended visitor improvements, including the cost of
contractual services for design and for construction
oversight, will be provided to the extent that they can
be funded by grants, and can be implemented and then
managed by staff without seriously impacting higher
priority tasks.
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-33
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 7 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
PREPARED BY: D. Hansen, Land Manager
SUBJECT: Letter of Support for Federal Funding for Bay Area
Ridge Trail Council
Recommendation: Review and approve draft letter in support of
congressional appropriation of $175, 000 for Fiscal Year 1992 for
the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council .
For the past three years since its inception the Bay Area Ridge
Trail Council has received federal funding to support efforts in
creating the Bay Area Ridge Trail . To date this appropriation
has totaled $455, 000 . The success and support for this trail
effort is unparalleled and endorsement extends to most boards of
supervisors , city mayors , councilpersons, and state and federal
legislators in the nine-county San Francisco Bay area. The
District has played a very active role in implementing the trail
from its inception to today' s continuing efforts . This year the
Ridge Trail Council has opted to cast off on its own by creating
a separate non-profit corporation and land trust to complete the
final 200 miles . Up until this time the organization has been
under the wing of Greenbelt Alliance, a private open space
advocacy organization.
Director Crowder is drafting a letter of support for the funding
which will be made available at the March 13 meeting for your
review and approval . This letter must go to senate and
congressional legislators by March 22 , 1991 .
I have attached some background material on the subject from the
Ridge Trail Council for your perusal .
BAY AREA
-- RIDGE TRAIL
COUNCIL
1 16 NEW MONTGOMERY, SUITE 640
SAN FRANCISCO.CA 94105 (415)543-4291
To: Ridge Trail Coun,:,i; l nh.-y Board nienibers, and other organizations
From:om: Barbara Rice, Director
Six'>,ieet: F`"92 CUn�m�s ,it�nal Appropriation, _1�z�5�2f�
DatiK' Fe)n;ai-7 25, 1991
Work to secure the FY92 Congressional appropriation has already began. The
strato y is muit2-iae?tet! ;iivolving citi men, k;roup and staff'contacts with
California and Washington offices.
Last ,year a show of broad-based. supporu for the Bay Area. lidge Trail was �
ew•5oZ:tiai to SvC`arin�; tht; federal appropriation. We must "Inc.: ac'aif,
d'lWonstrate continued enth-usiasin and grassroots support for the creation ')'k'
the. rs t'ge. Trail and w n . tiQ_iv ]_iT�.
To assist, we ask that you draft; a l4tte-r of surpo, (�S'er)ero.l of' 'hosP s�:�zi Jcttt
Fk:r are attached for your reference.) The letters should be mailed by 'March
22 to appropriate Senat:� and Congressional contacts in Washington i3.C. witfi.
copies sez1 to ilistrtct; oices. (fig aLt �.?l_i� islativvv� d'rgQry lnci lftcic?:s
{•,^_all- C,orl.eression r_ embeu within your organiz�
uri. iction" i.e. East Bay„ 1Vlarin Bay-area etc I A copy should also be sent ent to
the !Ridge Trail Council office in San Francisco.
TO :i5S) ,t you iCl dr rung ?,, letter, 5� -r 7in�-5h t iF! n I �',;. �i7 1)<trii..':id1.c+'',
y otz;- Triter of supnorl. should touch on the following poinUs, but- ci:'Qa:,F:
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You upnort, the Bay' Area Ridge Trail and rep,:;.e`,t continuedfLi.aia.You
in N Y92i b1.77,OOil) to support public education and coordination and to con ,inuP
the excellent progress made to date.
'!'he federal seed money leverages a tremendous amount of additional
financial support; from state, regional and local agencies, non-profits and
individuah; for public education, outreach and trail planning and
developmenL(use examples if you can).
k The Bay Area Ridge Trail. Council brings diverse groups together to work on
a common project, promoting regionalism and cooperation.
* The Bay Area Ridge Trail will provide close to home recreational
opportunities for ever six million Bay Area citizens and thousands of
visitors to the region.
Personalize your letter:
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Background for Bay Area Ridge Trail Federal Appropriation
Some Questions and Answers
* How much funding has the Bav Area Rid e Trail Council rec ived already?
The Bay Area Ridge Trail Council has received federal funding totaling
$455,000 in earmarked funds broken down as follows: FY89, 120,000; FY90,
160,000;FY91, 175,000.
* How is funding secured? To secure funding, federal legislators must be
willing to make special requests to the House/Senate Interior Appropriations
subcommittees asking that funds be line-itemed and earmarked for the Bay
Area Ridge Trail.
* What is our role? Our job is to ensure that federal legislators strongly
advocate continued funding for the Bay Area Ridge Trail.
* Who must approve the appropriation? Both the House and Senate Interior
Appropriations subcommittees must approve the appropriation. If there is a
discrepancy, differences are worked out through a conference committee. Of
course a budget must be approved by the full House and Senate and signed by
the President.
* How r f channeled
k h B A ' �
o are ands c e ed back tote Bay rea Ridge Trail Council? Once
the budget i s approved the
fund
s are h
g PP channeled back to th
e e Rid
ge dge Trail Council
via the National Park Service Rivers and Trails
Conservatio
n Assistance
Program through a cooperative agreement.ent. i
* How long will we request funding? In 1989 we suggested that a total of five
years of funding would be adequate to allow time for us to stabilize as an
organization. After five years of federal support, alternate sources of funding
would be pursued, with a focus on private fundraising. Of course, private
fundraising is conducted all along to supplement the base level of funding
provided through the federal contribution.
For additional information please contact Barbara Rice.
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Bay Area Ridge Trail Council
FY 92 Objectives and Needs
By the end of 1991 one-half of the 400-mile Bay Area Ridge Trail is slated for
completion. With 200 miles behind us and 200 miles to go, 1992 will be a
pivotal year. Solidifying landowner support will be our greatest challenge.
With a completion date for the entire 400-mile trail targeted for 1998 we must
focus even more in completing the 150 miles of trail that lie between the 75
parks that will one day be connected by the Ridge Trail. While outreach,
education and trail planning will continue to be a focus of our work, building
support from the landowner community, begun in 1991, will remain the
highest priority. Thanks to your past support a solid framework for success
has been established.
In 1992 the broad-based constituency developed in support of the Ridge Trail
will be put to the test. Public agencies will work hand in hand with local land
trusts and citizen volunteers to respond to landowner concerns and to
negotiate trail connections that meet the needs of landowners and the
recreational community. Sensitivity to landowner interests and care in trail
planning and development will be the hallmark of our work setting the stage
for continued progress in establishing the Ridge Trail.
Building support through on-the-trail involvement will continue to be
important in 1992. Events including trail dedications, work days and trips-on-
the-trail will be sponsored to acquaint volunteers with newly-dedicated Ridge
Trail connections and to expand enthusiasm for continued success.
Providing close to home recreational opportunities 2 the Bay Area Ridge Trail
will cater to the needs of a community of citizens numbering over six million.
It is being established based on the recommendations of the President's
Commission on Americans Outdoors which in 1987 called on communities to
"establish Greenways, corridors of private and.public recreation lands and
waters, to provide people with access to open spaces close to where they live".
The Bay Area Ridge Trail will be a national success model for metropolitan
areas throughout the country to mimic. And, it will grow in importance.
Continued federal support for this exciting venture is vital. Seed money
provided through the National Park Service Rivers and Trails Conservation
Assistance Program provides a base level of financial support which grows
each day. Broad-based financial support will supplement the-thousands of
hours contributed by agency and citizen volunteers to maintain the
momentum and to channel the energy and enthusiasm of many into effective
action.
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To support our work in FY92 ,therefore, we are requesting an earmarked
appropriation of$175,000, the same as that requested in FY91. Of the $175,000
approximately $15,000 would be channeled into the LAPS, Rivers and Trails
Conservation Assistance Program for staff support. The $175,000 in funding
would continue to provide a base level of staff and organizational support to
keep the project on track. Additional funds, in-kind support and pro-bono
expertise will be solicited from private sources to supplement this base level of
federal support .
We thank you once again for your past support in securing federal
appropriations in FY 89, 90 and 91. This request represents the fourth of five
years during which we will seek federal financial support and we hope that it
will be possible for you to continue to play a key and essential role in facilitating
completion of this truly unique and accomplished project. If you have any
questions about this request or our accomplishments please contact: Barbara
Rice,'Ridge Trail Director, Bay Area Ridge Trail Council, 116 New Montgomery
Street, Suite 640, San Francisco, CA 94105, (415)543-4291.
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-31
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 6 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager;
D. Woods , Principle Open Space
Planner; C. Bruins ,
Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Final Adoption of the Revised Relative Site Emphasis
Plan and Schedule for Review of Use and Management
Plans
Recommended Action: Adopt the Relative Site Emphasis Plan and
Use and Management Plan Target Review Schedule as contained in
this report.
Discussion: At your January 9 , 1991 meeting you, reviewed the
revised Relative Site Emphasis Plan and Schedule for Review of
Use and Management Plans (see report R-91-06 dated January 9 ,
1991) . At that time, you tentatively adopted the plan, with
minor changes . The budget preparation process has also resulted
in modifications to the plan. The following changes have been
incorporated into Chart A - Plan for Relative Emphasis of
District Sites .
A) The estimated expenditure for the well and water system
project at Skyline Ridge has increased from $45, 000 to
$60 , 000 and includes $15, 000 contribution from the
Enterprise Program.
B) The term "restoration" has been changed to demolition to
better reflect the nature of a number of projects including
removal of pools at Rancho San Antonio, buildings at Long
Ridge, sewage plant at Pulgas Ridge, cabin at La Honda
Creek, and building at Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul .
C) The term "restoration" has been changed to "clean-up" to
better reflect the nature of the dump and corporation yard
projects at El Corte Madera.
D) A $110, 000 contribution from Portola Valley has been added
to the Portola Road parking lot project at Windy Hill .
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E) The estimated planning expenditure for the restoration
project at Picchetti Ranch Area has been decrease by
$10 , 000, since the project is underway and those funds will
most likely be spent in the 1990-1991 fiscal year.
F) The restoration project at Pulgas Ridge has been redefined
to include additional estimated planning costs of $10, 000 in
fiscal year 1992-1993.
G) The status of the road realignment project at La Honda Creek
has changed to reflect the extensive planning that is
currently in progress .
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CHART A-PLAN FOR RELATIVE EMPHASIS OF DISTRICT SITES (Revised 3/5/91)
Relative Order of Sites U&M Status PreliminaryFive Year Capital Improvement Plan Existing
and M 'or Im rovements Adopted 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 Grant$$
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1. Skyline Ridge
Ranger Yard Expansion No O 200f]g ;E'... 200000 CS 7500 PS 75000 CS
Gasoline Tanks No ■
Restrooms Yes ❑
Nature Center Yes ❑ 2 50f?' .....
Observation Piers Yes 2..50Qt 10000
Restoration/Dam No ❑ j
Restoration/Ponds Yes ■
** Well and Water System Yes ❑ 60...00 <> 15000 15000
Tract to LR4SP(LWCF) Yes ❑ s5o0o 26=
Bulbs Bypass Trail ;> ` ;<;; Yes ;:; >`. 15000 l
HorseshoeTraiE ;; : ;:<: Yes ■ .
1
Yes ■
2. Monte Bello
South Ridge Parking No 10000 PS 30000 CS
South Ridge Restroom No 15000
Gold,,Mine;Tcali,.;.::...;..:::i :>:.< Yes 35000
Stevens Creek Bridge Yes 10000
Disc:Vne Tail 1 Yes
_. 5000
Wtote Access to Vista Yes 10000
3. Rancho San Antonio
Farm Bridge Yes ❑ 70000 CS
Entry Bridge (Co/MROSD) No
50000
Grant House Yes ❑ 1000Os. ..>`
Ranger Yard/Annex Yes ❑ 1�a0000' CS 10000 Psi00000 CS
Gas Tanks Yes O 12000
Restrooms Yes O
** Demoliton/pools Yes ■
Water System Yes ■
Farm Bypass Traci Yes ❑ 25000
Whole Access Trail: Yes
4. Purisima Creek
Lower Restroom Yes » 15000
Expand Lower Parking Yes
15000 PS 35000 CS
Whole Access Tnii Yes 25000
5. Windy Hill
** Portola Parking Lot Yes O 200010 PS 225000 CS 110000
Upper/Lower Restrooms Yes O 15000
Corte Maderail Tras: .< Yes ❑ 10000 .
Sausal&MeadowTrails Yes 25000
Bozo/Midlevel Trait Yes 40000
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1 U Relative Order of Saes &M Status Preliminary Five Year Capital Improvement Plan Ewsttng
and Major Improvements Adopted 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 Grant$$
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6. St.Joseph's Hill
Restoration/Off-trail Yes 10000
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O `i2c2'i2<<fii> i22 Yes ra laq:�.,.:::.,P;..:......;>:;:.......... 10000
7. Ravenswood
Restoration/Pond No 5000 PS 20000
Parking and Access Yes ■
7rad to Palo Atto.....:` ..''::.. Yes ::<:>:: :<:::»:<:> 7500 PS 75000
_......................._... ........_.._... _................
8. El Corte Madera
Skyline Parking Lot No 15000 PS
Parking Lot Restroom No
** Clean-up/Dump Area Yes ❑ `2000Q<PS` 40000 CS 10000
** Clean-up/Corp Yard Yes ■
9. Picchetti Ranch Area
Restoration/Winery Yes ■
** Restoration/Barn Yes ❑ ;5000 PS 192000
', <167000 CS I
Iraq'above Fond :_ Yes 15000
.._ .. ... ._.. . . ..._....._........
TraELto Cosigny Yes 10000
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10.Saratoga Gap
11. Los Trancos
12. Long Ridge
** Demolition/Bar Y Yes ❑ 5000<
** Demolition/Panaghetti Yes ❑ 1500q '':
Grizzly Flat Parking No 10000 PS 35000 CS
Trait;#o Skyline Yes 10000
13. Pulgas Ridge
** Demolition/Sewage Plant Yes 3000 PS 20000 CS
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Edmonds Parking Lot Yes 7500 PS 25000 CS
** Resource Mgmt Plan No 10000 PS 20000
Cocdilleras Tr (LWDF) Yes 42000 28300
j South Cariyort Tral, Yes
14. Russian Ridge
Vista Trail (Prop 70} Yes ❑ 10000 10000
Loop T�a�ts'jI WCF}: Yes ❑ 24000 24000
Nature TraiC{LWCFj Yes 14000 12000
* 15. La Honda Creek
MacDonald Parking Lot Na 20000 PS
** Demolition/Highway 84 Yes ■
** Realign Weeks Road Yes ❑ 40000 CS 20000
j Dyer Trail to Yes 10000
Hwy 84 to Dyer Trail Yes 25000
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Relative Order of Sites U&M Status Preliminary Five Year Capital Improvement Plan Existing
and Major Improvements Adopted 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 Grant$$ j
16.Teague Hill
17. Fremont Older
Parkin Lot Expansion Yes
2500 PS 10000 CS
g
Restroom Yes 15000
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Seven
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rigs »::<:.::<::: es . :......:....:::::: : 5000 PS
18. Kennedy Road Area
Parking Lot Yes 3000 PS 25000 CS
Restroom Yes 15000
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19.Windmill Pasture Area
z. .... ::.
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... . .. ..............
Upper 8lacli Mtn TTrad No
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20.Stevens Creek Shoreline
21. Coal Creek
..:
.Vista Point Trail..... ::>:::<::> Yes 10000
Melville Trail' Yes 10000
22. El Sereno . . .
Sheldon Trail No p
23. Foothills
Foothills Park Trail. No
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24.Thomewood
Upper Bypass Tteil' Yes 15000
25. Mt. Umunhum Area
Master Plan Yes 50000 PS
**
Demolition/Air Base No 500000
26. Cathedral Oaks Area
TOTAL ANTICIPATED BUDGET AMOUNT 78250Q WS(M 513000 414000 824000 2918500
(-) EXISTING GRANT FUNDS 38300 110000 24000 12000 427300
ANTICIPATED DISTRICT EXPENDITURE 53950U ' ;>346700 403000 390000 812000 2491200
* Recent Acquisitions Change Position
** Changed Since Initial Review 1/9/91
PS Plans and Specifications, Engineering
CS Consultant Supervision Required
0 Work in Progress
■ Project Completed
Horizontal Shading =Trail Projects
Vertical Shading = Proposed Fiscal Year 1991-1992 Projects
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-32
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 5, 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager; D.
Woods , Principle Open Space
Planner; C. Bruins ,
Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Revised Open Space Use and Management Planning Process
Recommended Action: Adopt the attached revised Open Space Use
and Management Planning Process as contained in this report.
Discussion: The Open Space Use and Management Planning Process
was last reviewed and amended on February 25, 1987 (see report R-
87-38 dated February 18 , 1987) . In January 1991 , potential
changes to the planning process were presented to you as part of
the Annual Review of the Relative Site Emphasis Plan (see report
R-91-06 dated January 3 , 1991) . The proposed changes are, 1)
inclusion of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and 2)
extended review schedule allowing for less frequent reviews of
preserves . Both changes were discussed at length during your
January 9 , 1991 meeting, when you considered the Annual Review of
Relative Site Emphasis . Generally, the Five-Year Capital
Improvement Plan attempts to review proposed major projects for
the coming year in context with the overall list of projects
anticipated over a five-year period. The Use and Management Plan
review schedule is proposed to be extended to five-year review
intervals to reflect increased complexities in plan preparation
and current staff resources . The entire planning process is
attached. Additions are shaded and deletions are crossed out.
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OPEN SPACE USE AND MANAGEMENT PLANNING PROCESS
A. Purpose and Scope of Planning Process
MROSD lands are managed to promote the continued preservation of
the natural and cultural resources , and at the same time provide
public recreation, environmental education, and agricultural use
where possible.
The Open Space Use and Management Planning Process has been
established to address these management goals . The process
encompasses an ongoing comprehensive approach to management,
designed to respond to the dynamic changes of the environmental
resources and public needs .
B. Description of Planning Process
The Planning Process is comprised of five planning categories ,
which allow for a systematic approach to the development of
management plans . The categories relate to various stages of site
planning a preserve may be subject to during its course of
development and use.
1 . Preliminary Use and Management Plans
Preliminary Use and Management Plans consist of use and
management recommendations developed and approved at the time
of acquisition. These plans normally represent a status quo
approach to use and management . Emphasis of the plan is on
securing the site and establishing a timeline for providing
public access . Although most sites are open to public use
immediately upon acquisition, it is often necessary to address
specific site improvements and their timing prior to
encouraging public use through publicity and availability of
maps . The site improvements are designed to minimize public
trespassing on adjacent private lands and assist the public in
locating and using the site.
The Preliminary Use and Management Plan remains effective
until 11 it is incorporated into an existing Comprehensive Use
and Management Plan if the site is an addition to an existing
preserve, 2) it is incorporated into an Interim Use and
Management Plan when the site is an addition to a preserve not
yet having a comprehensive plan; or 3) it is reviewed and
expanded into an Interim Use and Management Plan when the site
is not part of another preserve and is relatively small and
isolated.
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2. Interim Use and Management Plans
The Interim Use and Management Plan is usually a refinement of
a Preliminary Use and Management Plan, but in some instances
is also an accumulation of preliminary plans for a number of
acquisitions comprising a preserve . The interim plan is most
commonly prepared for preserves that consist of non-contiguous
parcels , have use limitations , or are likely to be subject to
frequent changes in boundary alignments . The interim plans
respond more to immediate versus long-range planning concerns
and generally represent a continuation of existing levels of
use and management .
3 . Comprehensive Use and Management Plan
The Comprehensive Use and Management Plan is a detailed plan
addressing all_ aspects of use and management. It is prepared
for preserves that have the potential- for a substantial amount
of public use, and/or have other critical land use issues
which need attention. The comprehensive plan is based on a
resource analysis and public input , and evaluates potential
uses as well as historical and existing uses. It represents
both long term (5-10 years) goals and short term (1-5 years)
goals with the focus of specific recommendations being the
tasks to be completed within three years . The need and
approximate timing for preparation of a Comprehensive Use and
Management Plan may be determined when considering the
Preliminary Use and Management Plan or when the Interim Use
and Management Plan is adopted or reviewed. The specific
timing for the preparation of the Comprehensive Use and
Management Plan will be addressed in the annual- review of the
Relative Site Emphasis Plan.
4 . Preserve Master Plan for Development , Use , and Management
The Preserve Master Plan is very broad in scope and is
developed with the intent of providing a guideline for
development of a preserve over a term of 1 to 20 years .
Compared to the Comprehensive Use and Management Plan, the
Preserve Master Plan involves more extensive site analysis , a
higher level of public involvement , and in most cases ,
explores a wider range of development and land uses . The
Master Plan is usually designed to be implemented in phases
over a long time period. only a few select sites that lend
themselves to higher levels of development and land use , or
have particularly complex planning issues to be resolved, have
master plans prepared . Upon completion, the Preserve Master
Plan serves as a guide in the formulation of or change to a
preserve ' s Comprehensive Use and Management Plan, which
reflects the more immediate phases of the Master Plan.
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5. Use and Management Plan Reviews
All Use and Management Plans are subject to the Board ' s
review. The purpose of the review is to examine changes in
site iise, resolve use and management issues as they arise , and
address the progress of implementing existing plans . The time
period for which a plan is reviewed ranges from 1-3 o**n' e* .. *t.o
five years depending on level of use and anticipated
management issues requiring attention.
Sites that are more highly emphasized and are experiencing
significant changes in regard to development and use are
reviewed most frequently Sites that
are subject to few changes in use and management (normally
less emphasized sites) are more apt to be reviewed every three
five e years .
Review of plans for Conservation Management Units occur even
less frequently and at Board or staff discretion. Regardless
of the type of plan , the review may be accelerated when a use
and management issue arises that -requires more immediate
attention .
Each year a schedule for Use and Management Plan reviews is
established for the upcoming year A''n' d pr jQ e
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Annual Review of the Relative Site Emphasis Plan is presented,
which is targeted toward the end of the calendar year .
C . Relative Site Emphasis
The Policy for Relative Emphasis of Use, Development, and Publicity
of District sites , adopted May 12, 1982 guides the Board and staff
in the planning for, short and long term use of District preserves .
This Policy is the basis for formulation of a Relative Site
Emphasis Plan. Based on the assumption that it is neither
desirable nor feasible to emphasize each site highly, the Relative
Site Emphasis Plan ranks District sites , according to specific
criteria in the policy, for the purpose of comprehensive planning
for funding and project implementation.
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information indicating the types of development planned and
e ma lc d >prQjeQ. . c st for each preserve i s provided. The
Relative Site Emphasis Plan is updated annually, and at that time
the long-term priorities for emphasis are re-evaluated and the
short-term (one year) funding priorities established for budgeting
purposes . This information is then reflected in the individual Use
and Management. Plans as they are prepared in the year to come.
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D. Use and Management Plan Format
The Preliminary Use and Management Plan and accompanying
Acquisition Report contain a number of elements that focus on
existing conditions and potential uses of the site. The elements
include :
1 . Description of Site
Discussion to describe size , location, boundaries , topography,
geology and natural landscapes .
2 . Planning Considerations
Discussion directed toward identifying jurisdictional and
zoning factors influencing site planning.
3 . Current Use and Development.
A description of current uses of the site including
structures , roads , power lines, water systems , etc.
4 . Potential Use and Development
A conceptual look at the potential uses, including potential
uses of structures and improvements ,
5. Public Access and Site Protection
These elements pertain to immediate plans to introduce public
use to a site, protect the site ' s resources , and ensure public
safety. These elements include providing a timeline for
implementation and costs .
a. Access and Circulation
Discussion and plans concerning public access, i .e . ,
parking, trail , and road system.
b. Signing
Discussion and plans concerning signing for boundaries ,
circulation information, regulations, etc .
C. Site Brochure or Maps
Discussion and plans .for style and availability of map in
accordance with publicity policy. (Publicity Guidelines
Related to Site Emphasis Policy, dated July 8 , 1981) .
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d. Structures and Improvements
Discussion and plans for all structural-type improvements
including such things as residences , water systems,
restrooms , fences and gates . Policies regarding
disposition of major structures (i .e. , use, sale or
demolition) is further addressed in Section E.
e. Natural Resources and Agricultural Management
Discussion and plans related to resource management such
as discing, seeding, site clean-up, and agricultural
practices .
6. Compliance with CEQA
Determination of project ' s potential impact in accordance with
the California Environmental Quality Act .
7 . Site Naming
Discussion and plan for the naming of the site either as an
addition to an existing preserve or formulation of a new
preserve name .
8 . Terms of Purchase Agreement
A summary of major terms and conditions of the purchase
agreement .
The Interim and Comprehensive Use and Management Plans address the
same elements as those contained in the Preliminary Use and
Management Plan, with the exception of current and potential use
and development topics and purchase agreement terms . Both the
interim and comprehensive plans contain, in addition, a description
of current public use including changing patterns of use and
problematic uses . The degree of attention given to elements
pertaining to public access and site protection is relay'ive to the
type of Use and Management Plan they are contained in, with the
most detailed information available in the Comprehensive Use and
Management Plan.
F. Major Structures and Improvements
The disposition of major structures and other improvements is a
primary concern throughout the planning process because of their
potential resource value or deleterious impact . The process by
which structures are disposed of is in accordance with Policies
Regarding Improvements on District Lands, initially adopted on
January 11 , 1978 .
Preliminary use and management recommendations relating to existing
structures and improvements will generally maintain the status quo,
unless specific factors must be addressed because of negative site
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impacts or safety hazards requiring mitigation. For structures and
improvements being retained during the further planning process ,
potential use categories will be identified, and a timeline for
returning to the Board will be established. When feasible, the
next decision point should coincide with the next consideration of
the site ' s Use and Management Plan to ensure that the ultimate
disposition is consistent with overall plans for the site.
The Use and Management Plan will establish the parameters for
improvements and use of structures that are compatible with all
other elements of the plan. The plan will outline the procedure
and timeline for the preparation of a specific proposal , whether it
be confined to a staff proposal or possibly the solicitation of
public proposals . Tn the case of public solicitation, it is
imperative that the parameters are well defined and consistent with
open space goals and site plans .
F. Conservation Management Units
Conservation Management Units (CMUs) are areas within preserves , or
possibly entire preserve-, , which because of certain criteria
limiting their use, are planned and subsequently managed primarily
for conservation and viewshed. The criteria used to determine if a
particular area or preserve falls within this category are:
1 . Severe public access limitations
This occurs when the area is surrounded by private property
and is not accessible by public roads or trails .
2 . Resource conditions are stable
The existing condition of the landscape is considered stable
and does not require immediate attention.
3 . Remoteness causes management constraints
The area ' s remoteness makes it difficult to provide a
responsible level of visitor and site protection, similar to
that which is offered on more accessible sites .
4 . Undesirable for public use
li This can be the result of an area being too small or not,
having any particularly attractive features that are inviting
to the public.
Areas designated as Conservation Management Units will not be
managed for public recreation until use limitations can be
sufficiently overcome. Public use will not be encouraged, patrol
and maintenance will be the minimum necessary for resource
protection and public safety, and site maps and signs (outside of
the standard boundary signs) will not be available. Staff will
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monitor the resource as time permits and as conditions require .
Maps contained in the acquisition report and available to the
public only upon request will clearly outline access , limitations,
and adjacent private properties .
The CMU determination is commonly made at the time of acquisition,
but may occur or be modified during the review process . In most
cases , a CMU status is only temporary until limiting conditions
improve, but it is conceivable that this status could remain
indefinitely. Areas or preserves designated CMUs Will not be
reviewed on a regular basis, but at Board or staff discretion.
Areas over which the District holds open space easements are
usually CMUs unless the conditions of the easement permit public
access . Although the level of planning for easements is similar to
any other CMU, the management and method of monitoring may be
different . In most cases , the District does not participate in the
management of an open space easement area and is required to make
special arrangements with the property owner for inspection of the,
easement conditions .
G. Site Naming
When a site is acquired, it may be recommended that it become an
addition to an existing preserve, a specific area within an
existing preserve, or a new preserve . If the property under
consideration is to become an addition to a preserve, that action
should occur at the time of acquisition. If the site is to become
a specific area within a preserve or a new preserve, suggested
names should be considered at the time of acquisition, with a final
decision to follow at the next Use and Management Plan review.
Guidelines for site naming are contained in the Site Naming and
Gift Recognition Policies , adopted February 8 , 1978 . As preserves
grow in size and possibly merge with other District land, it may
become necessary to modify existing preserve perimeter boundaries
and names . Suggested changes in boundaries and names may occur at
the time of acquisition, with a final decision to follow at the
next review of the Use and Management Plan.
H. Development Project Funded by a Grant
A preserve ' s Use and Management Plan may include projects that are
ideal for development under various grant programs . These projects
usually significantly increase public access , have elements beyond
the more traditional types of development on District land, and
have potential budget impacts that could divert funds away from the
ongoing Open Space Management Program. In these cases , grant funds
are sought as a means to implement the development phase without
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seriously impacting the overall program.
When applying for a development grant , it is advantageous to submit
plans which have already been through the CEQA process , publicly
reviewed, and adopted by the Board. This ensures the granting body
that the project can be implemented expeditiously and with little
modification. For this reason, every attempt is made to
incorporate prospective grant projects into Use and Management
Plans before the funding sources become available. When this is
done, the elements are identified in the plan and in budget
preparation as potential grant projects and, as such, are not
anticipated to be developed solely with District funds .
In some instances , grant opportunities arise unexpectedly, and a
grant project may be formulated without prior inclusion in a Use
and Management Plan, in order to take advantage of the funding
opportunity. It is then imperative to incorporate the project into
the Use and Management Plan as soon as possible to provide the
necessary public review, Board adoption and CFQA compliance.
I . Open Space Planning Areas
Each District preserve lies within one of ten ecologically and
geographically coherent open space planning areas . This
arrangement facilitates comprehensive site use planning and
management . Use and Management Plans and reviews for individual
sites within a given planning area are prepared within a short span
of time so that the plans are consistent with each other.
J. Public Review
Public participation is an integral part of the planning process .
Anyone inquiring about planning issues related to a preserve is
encouraged to become involved by attending public workshops and
hearings when the issues are discussed. Interested parties may
subscribe to the District ' s agendas to keep informed of upcoming
meetings . In addition, a notice of an upcoming meeting may be
posted on the site to increase public awareness . All public
notification is in accordance with the Public Notification Policy,
adopted August 26 , 1981 and last amended on September 10, 1986 .
Site Use and Management Plans, reviews, and amendments are
considered by the Board at a minimum of two public hearings at
which the public may comment. The initial hearing is for the
purpose of tentatively adopting the Use and Management Plan
recommendations . In most cases , these tentatively adopted
recommendations will be returned to the Board for final approval at
the next regularly scheduled meeting. This will allow at least a
R-91-32
Page 10
two week period to receive public comment . There may be cases when
additional time is required to resolve specific planning issues .
If so, the final consideration of the Use and Management Plan may
be deferred longer.
When specific land use issues under consideration may lead to
significant changes in existing use and management of a site and
generate a substantial amount of public interest, a public workshop
will be held. The public workshop will be an informal meeting held
before staff presents a plan to the Board. This will encourage
public involvement in the development or modification of the Use
and Management Plan. When special use and management issues arise,
public workshops or neighborhood meetings may be held to resolve
the issues and possibly modify the existing Use and Management
Plans . These workshops will be held on or near the preserve when
possible, and announcements will be sent to subscribers of the
District ' s agenda and Tocal newspapers , as well as posted on the
site.
District-wide planning issues (e.g. , dog usage, trail use
conflicts) will be subject to the same planning procedures as site-
specific issues . A mailing list of interested parties will be
maintained and used for public notification when public workshops
or hearings related to the matter are scheduled.
R-91-32 Page 11
IIII
K. Policy Statements
The Board has adopted the following policies related to the Open
Space Use and Management Planning Process. These policies are
available upon request at the District office .
Title Date Adopted
1 . Policies for Relative Emphasis of Use, May 12, 1982
Development, and Publicity of
District Sites
2. Public Notification Policies August 26, 1981
Revised September 14 , 1983
Revised September 10 , 1986
3. Publicity Guidelines Related to July 8 , 1981
Site Emphasis Policy
4. Open Space Management Budget Policy June 13, 1978
5 . Policy for Dedication of District Lands February 14 , 1979
6 . Policies Regarding Improvements on January 11 , 1978
District Lands Revised February 22, 1978
Revised March 23, 1983
7 . Site Naming and Gift Recognition February 8 , 1978
Policies
8 . Agricultural Use Policy Statement February 8 , 1978
9 . Policies on Concessions on District May 10, 1978
Lands
10 . Procedure for Reviewing Special Use August 23, 1978
Proposals of MROSD Lands and Facilities
11 . Organizational Use Policy May 25, 1977
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Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-29
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
March 6, 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: M. Foster , Controller
SUBJECT: Appointment of Auditor for 1990-1991 Fiscal Year
Recommended Action: Appoint Deloitte and Touche as the District ' s auditors
for the fiscal year 1990-1991 .
Background: For the last twelve year, Deloitte , Haskins and Sells , now
called Deloitte and Touche, has served as the District ' s auditor. Each
year Deloitte and Touche has performed its services in a competent ,
professional manner and has regularly recommended worthwhile improvements
in our accounting practices and controls .
Proposed Terms : Deloitte and Touche has estimated a fee of $9, 000 for the
1990-1991 audit including examination, preparation and printing of
financial statements, a management letter containing recommendations for
improving procedures and controls , and providing on-going training and
assistance to our staff . This represents a $1 , 000 fee increase over last
year ' s fee and is designed to recover 40% of the firm ' s standard commercial
charges . I have reviewed the firm ' s estimates and believe the quoted fee
to be fair and reasonable.
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-26
(Meeting 91-06
I
March 13 , 1991)
REPORT
February 27 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
RESPONSIBILITY AND PREPARATION: D. Hansen, Land Manager;
S. Mari oni-Cochran, Associate Open
Space Planner; C. Bruins ,
Administrative Assistant
SUBJECT: Final Adoption of the Preliminary Use and Management Plan
for the Murphy Property Additions to the Mt. Umunhum Area
of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve
Recommended Actions :
1 . Adopt the Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the Murphy
property additions to the Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul Open
Space Preserve, including the naming, as contained in report
R-90-151 .
2. Indicate your intention to withhold the properties from
dedication as public open space at this time.
Discussion: At your December 19, 1990 meeting, you approved the
acquisition of the two adjacent 78 . 5-acre Murphy property additions
to the Mt. Umunhum Area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve (see
report R-90-151, dated December 19 , 1990) . You also tentatively
adopted the Preliminary Use and Management Plan for the additions ,
including naming the properties as additions to the Mt. Umunhum
Area of Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, and indicated your
intention to withhold the properties from dedication as public open
space at this time.
Arrangements for demolition of the cabin on the westernmost parcel
are underway. The former owners were given until February 28 , 1991
to salvage any items in and around the cabin.
In accordance with your adopted Land Acquisition Notification
Procedures , final adoption of the Preliminary Use and Management
Plan was deferred until after close of escrow to allow further time
for public comment. Escrow on the properties closed on February
15, 1991 . Staff has received no further public comment .
Open Space
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MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
R-91-28
(Meeting 91-06
March 13 , 1990)
REPORT
March 4 , 1991
To: Board of Directors
From: H. Grench, General Manager
Responsibility and Preparation: D. Hansen, Land Manager;
J. Escobar, Operations Supervisor
Subject: Appointment of Peace Officer
Recommended Action: Adopt the attached Resolution of the Board of
Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District Appointing
Peace Officer - Albert Faria
Discussion: At your meeting of January 14 , 1976 , you accepted the
recommendation that District rangers be appointed as peace officers as
outlined under Section 830. 31 (b) of the Penal Code of the State of
California (see report R-76-2 dated January 7 , 1976) .
Albert Faria has completed th
e he necessary courses required under the
Penal Code. This course completion and the passage of the attached
resolution will qualify him for appointment as a peace officer.
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
APPOINTING PEACE OFFICER
The Board of Directors of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space
District does hereby resolve as follows :
The following person is hereby designated as a peace
officer of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
pursuant to Section 830 . 31 (b) of the Penal Code of the
State of California, to enforce the Regulatory Ordinance
for Use of Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
lands and any applicable federal , state and local laws :
Albert Faria
Open Space
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
MEMORANDUM
March 7 , 1991
TO: Board of Directors
FROM: H. Grench, General Manager
SUBJECT: Presentation of Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 1991-
1992
This Board report will be transmitted separately.
Claims No. 91-05
Meeting 91-06
Date: Mar. 13, 1991
REVISED
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
# Amount Nam Description
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
289 44.51 Allen Equipment Company Equipment Parts
290 19.51 Alphagraphios Maps
291 1,214.98 Alves Petroleum, Inc. Fuel
292 2,175.28 American Welding Supply Equipment
293 750.69 Arrousez Tire Service Tires
294 71.29 Association of Bay Area Legislative Tour Luncheon
Government
295 145.25 Bay Muffler &I'LLipment Repairs
296 2,023.40 Brian Kangas Fmilk Engineering Services
297 97.79 Dick Bruhn, Inc. Uniform Expense
298 126.90 Kerry Carlson Reimbursement--Uniform Expense
299 54.28 Sheryl Marioni Cochran Private Vehicle Expense
300 625.43 Coordinated Resources, Inc. Office Furnishings
301 56.49 Crest Copies, Inc. Bluelines
:302 232.43 Dennis Danielson Reimbur-sment--Membership and Field
Supplies
303 1,182.03 Design Concepts Consulting Services
304 1,345.00 East Bay Regional Park District Conference Registration--Staff and Board
305 2,997.00 Emergency Vehicle Systems Install New Radio System
306 62.50 John Escobar Ment)erships
307 20.00 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail
308 65.00 Jean Fiddes Reimbursement--Conference Registration
309 First American Title Insurance Note Repayment--McDonald
2,417,425.92 Company
310 261.00 David B. Fisher Legal Services
:311 116.32 Poster Bros.Security Systemsjnc. Locks and Keys
312 1,146.36 Rucker Fuller Ranger Office Furnishings
313 28.05 Gold Coast Couriers, Inc. Delivery Service
:314 410.07 Goodco Press, Inc. Printing
315 311.00 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Out-of-Town Business
Meeting and Conference Registration
316 454.00 David Hansen Reimbursement--Out-of-Tcwn Business
Meeting and Conference Registration
317 2,315.00 Hawley Peterson and Snyder Consulting Services
318 1,170.31 Home Depot Field Equipment
319 54.00 Jobs Available Subscriptions
320 183.66 Matthew Ken Reimbursement--Field Supplies
321 307.00 Konica Business Machines Photocopier Maintenance Agreement
322 227.54 Judith Kunofsky Consulting Services
323 2,209.47 June Legler Consulting Services
324 200.00 Lopez Gardening Gardening Service--330 Distel
325 660.01 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumpster Rental
326 255.00 Los Altos Medical Clinic Medical Services
327 200.00 Magana's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services--330 Distel
328 59.68 Marie McGough Reimbursement--Office Supplies
329 146.73 Mountain View Garden Center Base Rock
330 322.71 National Mailing Service Newsletter Mailing
Emergency check issued on February 28, 1991.
Claim No. 91-05
Meeting 91-06
Date: Mar. 13, 1991
REVISED
MIDPENTNSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
Amount Name Description
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
331 21.76 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Equipment Part
332 11508.39 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
333 1,389.20 Pacific Gas and Electric Company Utilities
334 259.45 Pacific Gas and Electric Company Utilities
335 204.00 Palo Alto Upholstery Pump Covers
336 1,202.41 Peninsula Oil Company Fuel
337 281.00 Price Club Field Supplies
338 19.00 Rancho Cobbler and Cleaners Uniform Expense
339 7,000.00 Kurt L. Reitman and Associates Appraisal Services
340 575.00 Renfro Roofing Company Repairs
341 5671.46 Restroom Facilities Corporation Restroom Units
342 41.35 Rich's Tire Service Tire Repair
343 21.27 S & W Equipment Company Equipment Supplies
344 600.00 Jane Saltman Consulting Services
345 355.40 County of Santa Clara Field Supplies
346 392.64 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Services
Department
347 250.00 Sears Field Equipment
348 78.96 Shell Oil Company Fuel
349 10.00 Sierra Club, California Resource Document
350 198.00 Skillpath, Inc. Seminar Registration-D.Zucker and
Kathleen Hart
351 53.72 Skyline County Water District Water Service
352 19.50 Smythe Buick Vehicle Part
ti 353 1,170.24 The Stove Works Woodstove
354 854.93 Tooland Field Equipment
355 124.00 The Travel Place Conference Expense--D.Vbods and M.Guridert
356 289.72 TrY99 & TrY99 Design and Production--Tour Flyer
357 531.04 TTC Tours Bus Rental
358 78.01 Unocal Fuel
359 149.80 USRentals Field Equipment
360 510.00 Valley Title Company Preliminary Title Reports
361 380.00 West Coast Reber Company Protective Barriers
362 182.50 Western Allied Service Company Maintenance Services-330 Distel
363 48.06 The Workingmen's Emporium Uniform Expense
364 53.95 Yardbird Equipment Company Field Equipment
365 61.50 Notary Public Insurance Services Notary Bond and Supplies
366 355.17 Petty Cash Nameplates, Field, Office and Computer
Supplies, Film, Conference Registration,
Local Meeting Mcpermses and Subscriptions
**Emergency check issued on March 6, 1991.
Claims No. 91-05
Meeting 91-06
Date: Mar. 13, 1991
MIDPENINSUT-A REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
# Amount Name Description
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
289 44.51 Allen Equipment Company Equipment Parts
290 19.51 Alphagraphics Mans
291 1,214.98 Alves Petroleum, Inc. Fuel
292 2,175.28 American W-lding Supply, Equipment
293 750.69 Arrcnisez Tire Service Tires
294 71.29 Association of Bay Area Legislative Tour Luncheon
government
295 145.25 Bay Muffler Equipment Repairs
296 21,023.40 Brian Kangas Foulk Engineering Services
297 97.79 Dick Bruhn, Inc. Uniform Expense
298 126.90 Kerry Carlson Reimbursement--Uniform Expense
299 54.28 Sheryl Marioni Cochran Private Vehicle Expense
300 625.43 Coordinated Resources, Inc. Office Furnishings
301 56.49 Crest Copies, Inc. Bluelines
302 232.43 Dennis Danielson Rp-inbi.Lr.--.c-mp-nt--t44mbp-rship and Field
Supplies
303 1,182.03 Design Concepts Consulting Services
304 1,345.00 East Bay Regional Park District Conference Registration--Staff and Board
305 2,997.00 Emergency Vehicle Systems Install New Radio System
306 62.50 John Escobar Membershins
307 20.00 Federal Express Corporation Express Mail
308 65.00 Jean Fiddes Reimbi-irsement--Conference Registration
309 2,414,794.92 First American Title Insurance Note Repayment--McDonald
Co nPany
310 261.00 David B. Fisher Legal Services
311 116.32 Foster Bros.Security Systems,Inc. Locks and Keys
312 1,146.36 Rucker Fuller Ranger Office Furnishings
313 28.05 Gold Coast Couriers, Inc. Delivery Service
314 410.07 Goodco Press, Inc. Printing
315 311.00 Herbert Grench Reimbursement--Out-of-Town Business
Meeting and Conference Registration
316 454.00 David Hansen Rp-imbi-irsF-men4l*--(*)i-i4k--of-Tcwn Business
Meeting and Conference Registration
317 2,315.00 Hawley Peterson and Snyder Consulting Services
318 1,170.31 Hcme Depot Field Equipment
319 54.00 Jobs Available Subscrin'tions
320 183.66 Matthew Ken Reimbursement--Field Supplies
321 307.00 Konica Business Machines Photocopier Maintenance Agreement
322 227.54 Judith Kunofsky Consulting Services
323 2,209.47 June Legler Consulting Services
324 200.00 Lopez Gardening Gardening Service--330 Distel
325 660.01 Los Altos Garbage Company Dumnster Rental
326 255.00 Los Altos Medical Clinic Medical Services
327 200.00 Mag;:aia's Building Maintenance Janitorial Services--330 Disi-el
328 59.68 Marie McGough Reimbursement--Office Supplies
329 146.73 Mountain View Carden Center Base Rock
330 322.71 National Mailing Service Newsletter Mailing
Emergency check issued on February 28, 1991
Claims No. 91-05
Meeting 91-06
Date: Mar. 13, 1991
MIDPENINSULA REGIONAL OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
# Amoi-mt Name Description
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
331 21.76 Noble Ford Tractor, Inc. Eqi-:Lipffient Part
33"4 1,508.39 Pacific Bell Telephone Service
333 1,389.20 Pacific Gas and Electric Ganpany Utilities
334 259.45 Pacific Gas and Electric Cxnpany Utilities
335 204.00 Palo Alto Upholstery Pump Clovers
336 1,202.41 Peninsula Oil Ccmparry Flie 1
337 281.00 Price Club Field Supplies
338 19.00 Rancho Cobbler and Cleaners Uniform Expense
339 7,00c7.00 Kurt L. Reitman and Associate,-c. Appraisal Services
340 575.00 Renfro Roofing Crmpany Repairs
'141 1-
5671.46 Res4-rorm Facilities Corporation Res"'rorm Uhits
342 41.35 Rich's Tire Service Tire Repair
343 21.27 S & W Equipment C-anpany Equipment Supplies
344 600.00 Jane Saltman Consulting Services
345 355.40 Cx")i-mt-y of Santa Clara Field Stm0lies
346 392.64 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Patrol Services
Denartment,
347 250.00 Sears Field Equimient
348 78.96 Shell Oil Company Fuel
349 10.00 Sierra Club, California Resource Document
350 198.00 Skillpath, Inc. Seminar Registration—D.Zuck-er and
Kathleen Hart
351 53.72 Skyline County Water District Water Service
352 19.50 Smythe Buick Vehicle Part
353 1,170.24 The Stove Works Woodst(we
354 854.93 Toolc-ind Field Equipment
355 124.00 The Travel Place Conference F�aense--DJ%bods and M.0nindie.--
356 289.72 Trygg & Trygg Design and Production—Tour Flyer
357 531.04 TTC Tours Bias Rental
358 78.01 Unocal Fuel
359 149.80 USRentals Field Ecp-iipment
360 510.00 Valley Title CcmM--ny Preliminary Title Reports
361 380.00 West Coast Rebar Ccmpany Protective Barriers
362 182.50 Western Allied Service Canparry Maintenance Services--330 Distel
363 48.06 The Workingman's Emporium Tbliform Expense
364 53.95 Yardbird Equipment Company Field Equipment
**Emergency check issued on March 6, 1991.